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EN55 KAE

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

88,496 mi
Last recorded88,496 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 KAE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 88,496 miles

n/s/f pillar corroded/holed - rear wiper blade required

o/s/r chassis rail corroded/peeling - some corrosion/peeling both rear inner sills

Fail 11 Nov 2015 88,496 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion quater panel holed/corroded (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f pillar corroded/holed - rear wiper blade required

o/s/r chassis rail corroded/peeling - some corrosion/peeling both rear inner sills

Pass 13 Nov 2014 84,993 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT APRX 2/3MM AND BALDING INNER EDGES = O/S/R TYRE CLOSE APRX 3MM = N/S/R TYRE VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT APRX 2/3MM = ADVISE ATTENSION TO TYRES

n/s/r quater panel heavily corroded (fuel filler) = some corrosion/peeling both rear inner sills

Fail 13 Nov 2014 84,993 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

BOTH FRONT TYRES VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT APRX 2/3MM AND BALDING INNER EDGES = O/S/R TYRE CLOSE APRX 3MM = N/S/R TYRE VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT APRX 2/3MM = ADVISE ATTENSION TO TYRES

n/s/r quater panel heavily corroded (fuel filler) = some corrosion/peeling both rear inner sills

Pass 19 Apr 2013 77,779 miles

condensation n/s/head light = front brake pads low aprx 2/3000 mls = front brake discs some corrosion/pitting = n/s/f tyre coming close aprx 3mm

Pass 26 Apr 2012 73,426 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 71,680 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 71,680 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Jan 2010 49,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 49,095 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Jan 2009 34,950 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 34,950 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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 KAE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KAE, 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

How do I check the history of EN55 KAE?

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What year was EN55 KAE registered?

EN55 KAE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is EN55 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN55 KAE shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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