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FN56 HXB

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

76,669 mi
Last recorded76,669 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN56 HXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2016 76,669 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing at brake flexy hose mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear outer sill (2.4.A.3)

condition of fuel filter

n/s rear side light to bright

Pass 10 Sep 2015 71,432 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 71,430 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 65,325 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 65,325 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

water leaking nearside upper part of the engine?

nail in the inner edge of the nearside rear tyre.part deflated..

Pass 14 Oct 2013 57,453 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Pass 10 Oct 2012 52,100 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 43,147 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 43,146 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 38,094 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 31,431 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 31,431 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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)

nearside rear light not working,came on after tapping lens.

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 HXB is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 HXB, 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 HXB registered?

FN56 HXB is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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