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FA06 FTY

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,174 mi
Last recorded79,174 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA06 FTY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 79,174 miles

damage to nearside front bumper

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 23 Dec 2014 78,018 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 20 Dec 2014 78,018 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 67,990 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 67,988 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2012 56,332 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 46,068 miles

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

battery insecurely mounted

battery light on constant

brake fluid level low

exhaust system corroded in places

front brake discs worn

fuel filter corroded

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

rear number plate damaged

nearside front tyre has a very deep cut to outer side wall(no cords visible)

Fail 26 Aug 2011 46,068 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

battery insecurely mounted

battery light on constant

brake fluid level low

exhaust system corroded in places

front brake discs worn

fuel filter corroded

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

rear number plate damaged

nearside front tyre has a very deep cut to outer side wall(no cords visible)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 35,554 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

offside and nearside front brake discs worn

offside and nearside rear tyres cracked and perished sidewalls

rear registration plate cracked

Pass 3 Sep 2009 17,720 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 17,304 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

wheel trims fitted

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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FA06 FTY is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FA06 FTY, 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 FA06 FTY registered?

FA06 FTY is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is FA06 FTY safe to buy?

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