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EX56 SZG

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,078 mi
Last recorded50,078 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 SZG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 50,078 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer sill corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2021 50,078 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer sill corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2020 47,438 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 45,340 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside outer sill corroded

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s trailing arm area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 41,341 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 41,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 39,739 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 38,926 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 37,511 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 36,780 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 34,783 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 34,783 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 May 2012 33,701 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 33,699 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,924 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 23,270 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 17,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EX56 SZG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EX56 SZG, 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 EX56 SZG registered?

EX56 SZG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is EX56 SZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 SZG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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