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GJ56 YLR

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

53,034 mi
Last recorded53,034 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 YLR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 53,034 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 44,065 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 44,087 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 44,054 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 43,694 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 67,814 miles

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

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 42,359 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 37,917 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 37,917 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2010 34,790 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 34,790 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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GJ56 YLR is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GJ56 YLR, 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 GJ56 YLR registered?

GJ56 YLR is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is GJ56 YLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 YLR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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