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FG56 TWZ

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

86,687 mi
Last recorded86,687 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 TWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 86,687 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 86,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 78,872 miles

Both front tyre egdes worn

Fail 7 Jun 2017 78,873 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Both front tyre edges worn

Fail 7 Jun 2017 78,872 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Both front tyre edges worn

Pass 2 Jun 2016 65,067 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 65,067 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 53,077 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 May 2015 53,077 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 May 2014 37,636 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 32,999 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 32,999 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 30,305 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 30,303 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 23,335 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 17,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 14,012 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 13,147 miles

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

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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FG56 TWZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG56 TWZ, 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 FG56 TWZ registered?

FG56 TWZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is FG56 TWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 TWZ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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