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EY56 XGM

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,473 mi
Last recorded55,473 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY56 XGM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2021 55,473 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 51,180 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 46,814 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 39,657 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))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 33,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 28,123 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 22,951 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 18,375 miles

Nearside,Offside front tyres wearing low persishing and cracking, Offside rear tyre cracking persishing.

Fail 8 Sep 2014 18,375 miles

Nearside,Offside front tyres wearing low persishing and cracking, Offside rear tyre cracking persishing.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 13,363 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 8,274 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 5,755 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 5,268 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 3,863 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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EY56 XGM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EY56 XGM, 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 EY56 XGM registered?

EY56 XGM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is EY56 XGM safe to buy?

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