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FP56 THX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,517 mi
Last recorded43,517 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 THX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 43,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread on (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread on (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2015 42,883 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder bald (4.1.E.1)

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

coolant leak from heater pipe area

Pass 11 Oct 2014 32,311 miles

N/S/R tyre tread cracking

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

O/S/R tyre tread cracking

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 21,487 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 19,581 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 17,502 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 14,007 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 9,913 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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FP56 THX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FP56 THX, 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 FP56 THX registered?

FP56 THX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is FP56 THX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 THX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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