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EX06 BUA

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

87,984 mi
Last recorded87,984 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 BUA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 87,984 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside front floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside front floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2021 87,983 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect offside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low nearside (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated offside rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside front floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside front floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 27 May 2020 83,680 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 79,747 miles

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

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

front wipers

Pass 29 May 2018 73,377 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 73,377 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2017 68,194 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 68,194 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Engine Management light on

Pass 6 Jun 2016 66,194 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 66,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 66,181 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

EML on

n/s inner rim damaged

Fail 6 Jun 2015 59,296 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 59,296 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 51,055 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 May 2014 51,055 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,073 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 37,664 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 26,306 miles

Alternator wires broken

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

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

Offside front tyre has small cut to sidewall

Fail 12 Apr 2011 26,306 miles

Alternator wires broken

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front tyre has small cut to sidewall

Pass 7 Apr 2010 18,351 miles

slight n/s headlight damage

Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,469 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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EX06 BUA is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 EX06 BUA, 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 EX06 BUA registered?

EX06 BUA is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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