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GK56 XRB

2006 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

91,525 mi
Last recorded91,525 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 XRB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 91,525 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 91,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

both front wiper blades split

damage to nsf wing area. repaired with adhesive tape

early corrosion to offside door sill

offside rear tyre deflated

Pass 10 Aug 2016 86,389 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Both sides (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 86,389 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Both sides (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 82,316 miles

item removed from drivers view

Fail 25 Aug 2015 82,316 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

item removed from drivers view

Pass 15 Aug 2014 75,561 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Aug 2014 75,515 miles

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2013 68,196 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 68,190 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Aug 2012 55,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak

both rear tyres starting to deteriorate and crack

Pass 21 Aug 2012 55,191 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

both rear tyres starting to deteriorate and crack

Pass 15 Aug 2011 42,569 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 35,152 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 35,081 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XRB is a 2006 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 XRB, 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 XRB registered?

GK56 XRB is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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