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GK56 RGO

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

108,020 mi
Last recorded108,020 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 RGO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2019 108,020 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 105,189 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2018 105,070 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 99,172 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 92,541 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 77,457 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 62,117 miles

both rear tyre side walls are deteriorated

Fail 15 Aug 2014 62,117 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres badly cracked

Pass 12 Sep 2013 47,977 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 12 Sep 2013 47,977 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 6 Sep 2012 38,792 miles

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

n/s front flexi brake hose close to fouling

o/s and n/s rear tyres perished

Pass 6 Sep 2012 38,792 miles

n/s front flexi brake hose close to fouling

o/s and n/s rear tyres perished

Pass 8 Sep 2011 33,226 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 27,115 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,545 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 21,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GK56 RGO is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 GK56 RGO, 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 GK56 RGO registered?

GK56 RGO is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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