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EF56 FUW

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,436 mi
Last recorded34,436 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 FUW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 34,436 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 33,809 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 33,107 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 32,119 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 32,116 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 31,191 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 30,623 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 29,516 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 27,953 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 26,899 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 25,736 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 24,394 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 24,394 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 22,451 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 20,883 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 18,820 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 16,519 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 16,519 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 13,928 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 11,520 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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EF56 FUW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EF56 FUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF56 FUW?

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What year was EF56 FUW registered?

EF56 FUW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is EF56 FUW safe to buy?

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