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EJ56 OYV

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

50,631 mi
Last recorded50,631 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 50,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor and Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 39,406 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 39,380 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 38,465 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 37,398 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 35,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 33,894 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 32,251 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 30,924 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 29,777 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 28,623 miles

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

Nearside Front TYRE STARTING TO PERCH AND CRACK ON OUTSIDE WALL

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

Offside Front TYRE STARTING TO PERCH AND CRACK ON OUTSIDE WALL

Fail 6 Dec 2016 28,623 miles

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

Nearside Front TYRE STARTING TO PERCH AND CRACK ON OUTSIDE WALL

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

Offside Front TYRE STARTING TO PERCH AND CRACK ON OUTSIDE WALL

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 27,593 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 27,593 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Oct 2014 26,211 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 26,211 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 25,100 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 25,100 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 24,025 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 22,916 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 21,828 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 20,101 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 OYV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EJ56 OYV, 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 OYV registered?

EJ56 OYV is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is EJ56 OYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ56 OYV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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