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GF56 HWN

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,233 mi
Last recorded81,233 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 HWN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 81,233 miles

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

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

thermostat housing has a slight leak of coolant

Fail 5 Nov 2021 79,933 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill and wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 70,817 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 70,817 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 66,291 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 59,176 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 59,176 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 56,045 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 56,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 53,182 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 50,391 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2014 47,179 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 43,745 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 40,124 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 36,208 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 33,449 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 30,145 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 HWN is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF56 HWN, 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 HWN registered?

GF56 HWN is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is GF56 HWN safe to buy?

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