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FX56 XXZ

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,881 mi
Last recorded66,881 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 XXZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 66,881 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 61,447 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 61,447 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 58,818 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perished

Fail 16 Jun 2015 58,817 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Jun 2014 54,438 miles

Water ingress into Offside Front Headlight

Pass 22 Oct 2013 50,117 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 43,862 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 43,862 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 35,820 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 35,820 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 28,430 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 21,550 miles

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

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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FX56 XXZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FX56 XXZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX56 XXZ registered?

FX56 XXZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FX56 XXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX56 XXZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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