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EO56 ZRC

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,794 mi
Last recorded99,794 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 ZRC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 99,794 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/45R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2020 99,477 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/45R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 95,800 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2019 95,800 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 85,595 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 85,595 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 79,822 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cracks in tread

Offside Front Inner steering arm has a lot of play

Offside Front has crash damage and bumper dislodged

Offside Rear tyre has cracks in tread

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 76,197 miles

Front bumper insecure

Pass 29 Oct 2015 72,951 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 69,522 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fail 12 Nov 2014 69,522 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front bumper insecure

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2013 58,573 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 58,573 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 41,362 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre in bad condition

Fail 30 Oct 2012 41,362 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside and offside rear tyre in bad condition

Pass 21 Nov 2011 25,082 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 22,079 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 16,827 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 ZRC is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EO56 ZRC, 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.

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What year was EO56 ZRC registered?

EO56 ZRC is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 December 2006.

Is EO56 ZRC safe to buy?

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