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EK56 VXS

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,749 mi
Last recorded40,749 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 40,749 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both front inner wishbone bushes splitting

coolant leak - thermostat area

exhaust mounting brackets corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2018 35,804 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 34,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 32,698 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 32,967 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 30,668 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 28,261 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 26,009 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 23,450 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 19,889 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 16,552 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 12,786 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 12,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 VXS is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VXS, 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 VXS registered?

EK56 VXS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is EK56 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK56 VXS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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