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EK56 LTU

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,461 mi
Last recorded64,461 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 LTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 64,461 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 64,457 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 63,180 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 63,180 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 62,122 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 60,368 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2019 60,363 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 55,667 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 51,716 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,357 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 42,939 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 37,851 miles

standard movement in suspension components / both rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2013 33,685 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 27,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Very light fluffing to osf seat belt

clutch master cylkinder supply pipe has missting of fluid around

Pass 20 Oct 2012 27,588 miles

Very light fluffing to osf seat belt

clutch master cylkinder supply pipe has missting of fluid around

Pass 22 Oct 2011 22,520 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 17,972 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 13,278 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 LTU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LTU, 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 LTU registered?

EK56 LTU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is EK56 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK56 LTU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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