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GK56 SDX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

81,920 mi
Last recorded81,920 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 SDX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 81,920 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 81,912 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working switch faulty (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 74,593 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jun 2020 65,618 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2020 65,618 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 59,675 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 59,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2018 57,578 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 54,243 miles

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

steering has a slight clonk

Pass 23 Aug 2016 50,798 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door step (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 46,980 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 43,890 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,544 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,828 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 31,432 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 26,814 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,394 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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GK56 SDX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GK56 SDX, 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 GK56 SDX registered?

GK56 SDX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2006.

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