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FL56 BCX

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

38,551 mi
Last recorded38,551 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 BCX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2020 38,551 miles

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

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

hand brake cables very rusty

Pass 9 Aug 2019 37,582 miles

both sills rusty/weak

Pass 8 Aug 2018 36,760 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 35,801 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 34,627 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 34,627 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed boyj rear tyres perished to cord (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,556 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 32,436 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 31,264 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 31,264 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 29,928 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 29,919 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,919 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 27,604 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 24,417 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 21,418 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 21,418 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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FL56 BCX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FL56 BCX, 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 FL56 BCX registered?

FL56 BCX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is FL56 BCX safe to buy?

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