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ET06 SJO

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,079 mi
Last recorded99,079 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 SJO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 99,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 99,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 94,093 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 93,964 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 78,578 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

spare missing

Fail 4 Sep 2014 78,360 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

spare missing

Pass 4 Sep 2013 60,199 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside door mirror damaged

nearside rear tyre cracked on sidewall

rear number plate cracked

unable to see condition of front brake pads

Pass 6 Sep 2012 52,903 miles

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

offside and nearside rear tyres cracked on sidewalls

rear number plate damaged

Fail 9 Sep 2011 47,507 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 9 Sep 2011 47,507 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 19 Jul 2010 41,898 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 41,682 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING ON SIDEWALLS

Pass 20 Jul 2009 27,356 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 27,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside 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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ET06 SJO is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 ET06 SJO, 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 ET06 SJO registered?

ET06 SJO is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is ET06 SJO safe to buy?

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