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EJ55 UTL

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,005 mi
Last recorded73,005 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 UTL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 73,005 miles

corrosion around rear sills

front pads worn very low

Pass 12 Apr 2018 67,100 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 64,674 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Water leak

Fail 10 May 2017 64,674 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Water leak

Pass 1 Jun 2016 58,410 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2015 50,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2014 45,817 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 38,723 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 30,675 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 23,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 12,024 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 3,899 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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EJ55 UTL is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EJ55 UTL, 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 EJ55 UTL registered?

EJ55 UTL is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 February 2006.

Is EJ55 UTL safe to buy?

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