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EJ56 FGM

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,634 mi
Last recorded13,634 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 FGM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 13,634 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 13,633 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 13,403 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier strap broken (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 13,156 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 2 - 165 65 13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 12,889 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 12,570 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 12,168 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 11,948 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 11,827 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 11,485 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 10,860 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 10,107 miles

front + rear tyres perrish + spliting

Fail 16 Nov 2015 10,107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

front + rear tyres perrish + spliting

Pass 19 Nov 2014 7,897 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 7,271 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 6,676 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 6,067 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 5,085 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 4,355 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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EJ56 FGM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EJ56 FGM, 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 EJ56 FGM registered?

EJ56 FGM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is EJ56 FGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ56 FGM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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