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EO56 HMA

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,437 mi
Last recorded84,437 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 HMA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 84,437 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 77,286 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 71,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under vehicle surfaces corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2022 64,915 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under vehicle surfaces corroded

Fail 6 Oct 2022 64,915 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under vehicle surfaces corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2021 60,776 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Offside rear tyre perishing

Slight damage to the rear number plate

Slight wear and surface corrosion and both the front brake discs.

Surface corrosion on both the rear inner and outer sills. No holes at current time of test.

Fail 29 Sep 2021 60,776 miles

Position lamp not working nearside front side light. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Brake fluid is slightly dark in colour, however bottle is very dirty externally.

Offside rear tyre perishing

Slight damage to the rear number plate

Slight wear and surface corrosion and both the front brake discs.

Surface corrosion on both the rear inner and outer sills. No holes at current time of test.

Pass 2 Oct 2020 58,048 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 55,650 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 50,902 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 45,492 miles

All four tyres wear on inner edges

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Sep 2016 40,665 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 36,921 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 32,145 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 32,145 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 27,316 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 21,733 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 17,736 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 13,872 miles

Hand brake lever high

Fail 18 Sep 2010 13,872 miles

Hand brake lever high

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 9,645 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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EO56 HMA is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EO56 HMA, 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 EO56 HMA registered?

EO56 HMA is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is EO56 HMA safe to buy?

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