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GF56 FZM

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

96,319 mi
Last recorded96,319 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 FZM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 96,319 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 96,319 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 73,610 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 57,133 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 54,680 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 52,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 52,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 49,222 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 46,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 42,856 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 39,359 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 39,359 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 35,511 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2013 30,833 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 30,833 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 26,620 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 22,877 miles

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

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

n/s & o/s rear tyres outer sidewalls starting to crack with age.

n/s front wiper torn at edge but still clearing screen.

Pass 6 Nov 2010 19,137 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 15,401 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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GF56 FZM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GF56 FZM, 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 GF56 FZM registered?

GF56 FZM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is GF56 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 FZM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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