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FN56 EPJ

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,244 mi
Last recorded76,244 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN56 EPJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2018 76,244 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed on front corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/floor pan holed (behind front subframe mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis strengthening rail damaged and holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/floor pan holed (behind front subframe mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) steering rack inner joint excessive play (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak below min mark and leaking from engine ()

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arches have corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded front pipe behind radiator corroded but not leaking (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills corroded near axle mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

rear handbrake cables corroded

signs of corrosion around fuel filler cap

Pass 2 Jan 2018 72,629 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 72,629 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill section (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 66,933 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack

Corrosion to under side of vehicle in sills

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 59,817 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 53,312 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 53,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 67,973 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 45,932 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)

Fail 27 Nov 2012 38,648 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 38,648 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 31,048 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 23,119 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 5 Dec 2009 9,440 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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FN56 EPJ 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 64.3%.

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 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 FN56 EPJ, 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 FN56 EPJ registered?

FN56 EPJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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