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GK56 UKT

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

78,546 mi
Last recorded78,546 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 78,546 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 74,485 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 76,480 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 73,838 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 73,838 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 72,441 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 72,441 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 70,480 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

o/s/r Tyre has perishing & cracked on side wall and tread...

Fail 30 Sep 2015 70,480 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (4.1.E.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

o/s/r Tyre has perishing & cracked on side wall and tread...

Pass 26 Sep 2014 64,004 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 58,091 miles

o/s/r tyre perishing

Fail 27 Sep 2013 58,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

o/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,608 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 45,381 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 38,064 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 31,065 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 UKT 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 68.8%.

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 UKT, 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 UKT registered?

GK56 UKT is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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