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FY56 URD

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,243 mi
Last recorded62,243 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 URD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 62,243 miles

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

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear beam axle bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone inner rear bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 53,338 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner rear bushes spliting (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs rusted (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 46,479 miles

n/s/f wishbone rear bush seperating

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Fail 22 Sep 2015 46,351 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/f wishbone rear bush seperating

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 9 Oct 2014 37,616 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 37,467 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 28,459 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Trailing 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres wearing on edges

coolant low

Pass 3 Oct 2012 19,001 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 15,374 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 11,953 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 8,368 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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FY56 URD is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FY56 URD, 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 FY56 URD registered?

FY56 URD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is FY56 URD safe to buy?

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