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EN55 BXU

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,435 mi
Last recorded43,435 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 BXU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 43,435 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security where subframe bolts to body behind shock absorbers (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 41,290 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corrodeded

Pass 3 Jan 2024 40,223 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 39,971 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 39,971 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2021 39,736 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 39,424 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 39,424 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2020 39,242 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 37,122 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 36,393 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 36,057 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 35,695 miles

Front brake disc's and pad's worn thin

Pass 17 Dec 2014 34,759 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 33,413 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 32,046 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 30,485 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 28,625 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 28,625 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 27,027 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 24,878 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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EN55 BXU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EN55 BXU, 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 EN55 BXU registered?

EN55 BXU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 January 2006.

Is EN55 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN55 BXU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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