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EF06 FWM

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

63,900 mi
Last recorded63,900 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 FWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 63,900 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 58,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

fuel cap area has corrosion on body

sills have corrosion

Fail 12 Apr 2022 58,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

fuel cap area has corrosion on body

sills have corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2020 55,886 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 55,852 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Apr 2017 51,265 miles

both front brake discs wearing thin and corroding

both front suspension arm all bushes and rear axle both outer bushes splitting

front number plate slightly damaged

vehicle corroding

Fail 11 Apr 2017 51,265 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

both front brake discs wearing thin and corroding

both front suspension arm all bushes and rear axle both outer bushes splitting

front number plate slightly damaged

vehicle corroding

Pass 11 Apr 2016 47,248 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 47,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

items removed from drivers view

Pass 8 Jan 2015 43,658 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 43,655 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 36,925 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 29,953 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 29,953 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2012 23,428 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 14,483 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 14,465 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 13,001 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 13,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EF06 FWM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF06 FWM, 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 EF06 FWM registered?

EF06 FWM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 June 2006.

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