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EA56 ZHG

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,231 mi
Last recorded94,231 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 ZHG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 94,231 miles

Corrosion on both sills and chassis near both subframe mounts

Fail 2 Dec 2015 94,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Aft (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering Front panel (6.1.A.1)

Corrosion on both sills and chassis near both subframe mounts

Pass 7 Nov 2014 88,052 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 76,925 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 76,924 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 66,421 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 56,578 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 46,484 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2010 46,092 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 34,944 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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EA56 ZHG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA56 ZHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA56 ZHG registered?

EA56 ZHG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is EA56 ZHG safe to buy?

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