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GF56 HTE

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,079 mi
Last recorded119,079 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 119,079 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 119,079 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 103,932 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 90,257 miles

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

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Oil leak from gearbox

Pass 5 Sep 2014 77,326 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

front brake discs rusty

Fail 5 Sep 2014 77,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

front brake discs rusty

Pass 9 Sep 2013 71,448 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 71,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

offside rear tyre starting to perished

Pass 11 Sep 2012 62,062 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 45,285 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 28,007 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 7,756 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 7,756 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 HTE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc 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 GF56 HTE, 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 GF56 HTE registered?

GF56 HTE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is GF56 HTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 HTE 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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