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FD56 USS

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,981 mi
Last recorded41,981 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 USS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 41,981 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 35,231 miles

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

Under body sealant used difficult to access some component (Testing)

Pass 21 Dec 2021 34,941 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear badly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 33,766 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 27,301 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 24,214 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 22,631 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 21,085 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 19,000 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 17,179 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)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 15,222 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 13,357 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 11,166 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 9,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 9,134 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 6,436 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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FD56 USS is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FD56 USS, 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 FD56 USS registered?

FD56 USS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is FD56 USS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 USS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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