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GF56 VKG

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,721 mi
Last recorded85,721 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 85,721 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Fail 4 Feb 2019 85,721 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted aim.RS (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2018 80,675 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 73,602 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 73,602 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately Both nearside and offside rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 67,176 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2014 67,176 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 59,403 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 51,375 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2012 51,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 43,142 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 43,142 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 33,987 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 24,389 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 8 Dec 2009 24,389 miles

Spare tyre defective

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 VKG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VKG, 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 VKG registered?

GF56 VKG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is GF56 VKG safe to buy?

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