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GK06 VYM

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

63,574 mi
Last recorded63,574 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 VYM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2022 63,574 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Various spots of underbody corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 58,757 miles

Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from cam timing cover. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 58,756 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill has hole caused by corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Arch / sill intersection. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 54,109 miles

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

Offside Front floor slightly rusty

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 46,085 miles

Coolant leak thermostate housing ()

oil filter rusty and leaking

under floor and door sills rusty

Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,209 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre +perished (12years old) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 32,607 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear tyre perished

brake fluid level low

Fail 13 Apr 2017 32,607 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear tyre perished

brake fluid level low

Pass 20 Apr 2016 27,001 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre perrished

Pass 18 Apr 2015 23,641 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 23,641 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 19,074 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 13,502 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 8,717 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 7,765 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 6,051 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 6,051 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2009 5,841 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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GK06 VYM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 GK06 VYM, 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 GK06 VYM registered?

GK06 VYM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 May 2006.

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