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EF56 XRM

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

77,201 mi
Last recorded77,201 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 77,201 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 75,820 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 74,897 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 73,773 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 70,481 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 64,971 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 64,970 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 60,526 miles

corroded exhaust system

Pass 9 Dec 2015 56,427 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 53,349 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 49,408 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 44,495 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 36,529 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 30,587 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 23,107 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 XRM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XRM, 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 XRM registered?

EF56 XRM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is EF56 XRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 XRM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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