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EJ56 NWM

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

96,126 mi
Last recorded96,126 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 NWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 96,126 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 87,551 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 79,628 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 79,429 miles

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

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

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2017 71,595 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 71,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 62,602 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 62,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit no tread inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 54,041 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 54,041 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 46,805 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre age cracked

offside rear tyre age cracked

Pass 23 Jun 2014 46,805 miles

nearside rear tyre age cracked

offside rear tyre age cracked

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,296 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 33,745 miles

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Fail 23 Nov 2012 33,744 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 25 Nov 2011 29,166 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 24,902 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2010 24,900 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 20,181 miles

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

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

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 NWM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NWM, 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 EJ56 NWM registered?

EJ56 NWM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is EJ56 NWM safe to buy?

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