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EF56 VLW

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,402 mi
Last recorded103,402 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 VLW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 103,402 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 98,620 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 94,393 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 94,392 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 85,319 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 85,319 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 72,883 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 61,901 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 61,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 50,163 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 34,081 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 19 Dec 2009 22,175 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 VLW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VLW, 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 EF56 VLW registered?

EF56 VLW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is EF56 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 VLW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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