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FH55 JXR

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,560 mi
Last recorded78,560 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 JXR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2020 78,560 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired axel bush (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 76,630 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Jan 2018 72,230 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 4 Jan 2017 64,583 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 64,573 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) nearside inner track rod worn to excess (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 59,580 miles

some play in near side inner joint of steering rack

Fail 12 Jan 2016 59,580 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

some play in near side inner joint of steering rack

Pass 6 Jan 2015 54,134 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 48,521 miles

some rust patches on power steering pipes

Pass 10 Jan 2013 45,028 miles

n/s front power steering pipes inside wheel arch area starting to rust/corrode suggest clean and grease

Fail 10 Jan 2013 45,028 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

n/s front power steering pipes inside wheel arch area starting to rust/corrode suggest clean and grease

Pass 5 Jan 2012 41,539 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 37,274 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 29,788 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 21,993 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 JXR is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 JXR, 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 JXR registered?

FH55 JXR is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 January 2006.

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