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FE56 UPG

2006 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,764 mi
Last recorded29,764 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 UPG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2023 29,764 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 29,045 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 28,263 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 27,508 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 26,345 miles

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

Nearside Front slightly corroded under passenger door

Offside Front slightly corroded under driver door

Pass 9 Nov 2017 25,338 miles

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

both rear tyres outer walls cracking

Fail 9 Nov 2017 25,338 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both rear tyres outer walls cracking

Pass 8 Nov 2016 24,274 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 22,608 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)

rear tyres perishing

Fail 20 Oct 2014 21,241 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted near side rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Oct 2014 21,241 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

child seat fitted near side rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 14 Oct 2013 18,700 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight bind near side rear brake

Pass 2 Oct 2012 16,569 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 14,322 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 12,923 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 12,923 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 10,335 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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FE56 UPG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FE56 UPG, 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 FE56 UPG registered?

FE56 UPG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2006.

Is FE56 UPG safe to buy?

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