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FH55 HRK

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,702 mi
Last recorded66,702 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 HRK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 66,702 miles

Front Exhaust slight leak

Front Wiper blades splitting.

Pass 17 Oct 2017 64,297 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 61,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

steering wheel cover fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2015 59,023 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT PIPE MANIFOLD LEAKING (7.1.2)

O/S REAR TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKING

Fail 1 Oct 2015 58,853 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexiable joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed visable through cracks (4.1.D.1b)

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

N/s/f tyre nearing legal limit (3mm) / worn outer shoulders

O/s/f inner sill corroded

Oil leak

Spare tyre in boot defective

Strong advise N/s/r tyre just above 1.6mm / worn outer shoulder

Pass 18 Aug 2014 47,712 miles

chassis has slight corrosion

nearside rear tyre starting to crack at tread

various suspension components corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2014 47,710 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

chassis has slight corrosion

nearside rear tyre starting to crack at tread

various suspension components corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2013 46,774 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 46,774 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 43,704 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 38,961 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 36,490 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 18 Jan 2010 25,769 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 18,447 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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FH55 HRK is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FH55 HRK, 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 FH55 HRK registered?

FH55 HRK is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 February 2006.

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