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EF56 HTE

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,764 mi
Last recorded16,764 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 HTE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 16,764 miles

N/S/R tyre cracked

O/S/F tyre cracked

O/S/R tyre cracked

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

clutch return pipe misty

front (inner) discs corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2013 14,275 miles

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

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

n/s/f headlamp has slight condensation

Pass 13 Dec 2012 13,856 miles

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

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

cracks to o/s/r tyre outer wall

Pass 30 Nov 2011 12,513 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 10,067 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 6,922 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 6,922 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 HTE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HTE, 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

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What year was EF56 HTE registered?

EF56 HTE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is EF56 HTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 HTE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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