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GJ06 VAM

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,930 mi
Last recorded73,930 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 VAM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 73,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge wearing - JUST LEGAL (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 73,824 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge wearing - JUST LEGAL (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 67,430 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 60,626 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 54,132 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 48,124 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 43,733 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 38,384 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,250 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2011 33,250 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,008 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 26,974 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 21,617 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 21,617 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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GJ06 VAM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GJ06 VAM, 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 GJ06 VAM registered?

GJ06 VAM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2006.

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