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EK56 LNF

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,355 mi
Last recorded31,355 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 LNF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 31,355 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 30,377 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 29,425 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 29,422 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 28,719 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 28,007 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 27,032 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 26,432 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2019 26,428 miles

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

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 25,806 miles

Nearside outer sill panel slight corrosion at front

Pass 11 Oct 2017 25,117 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 24,261 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 22,800 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 22,800 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 20,724 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,638 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 16,296 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 14,084 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 11,616 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 8,995 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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EK56 LNF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EK56 LNF, 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 EK56 LNF registered?

EK56 LNF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is EK56 LNF safe to buy?

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