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GL06 XTU

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

101,117 mi
Last recorded101,117 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 XTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 101,117 miles

n/s/r sill corroded

oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2018 101,106 miles

Brake hose excessively twisted and rubbing on rim (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

coolant leak

n/s/r sill corroded

oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2017 95,119 miles

Exhaust system badly corroded & flange nuts have rotted & weakened

Pass 28 Sep 2016 91,700 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 91,700 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 87,617 miles

both front arm bushes worn

exhaust system corrroded

nearside rear tyre low pressure

play in both front top mounts

various welding repairs

Fail 3 Sep 2015 87,599 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind bumper (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill/quarter panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind bumper (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside rear inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

nearside front floor pan corroded

nearside rear quarter panel/wheel arch corroded

offside rear inner wheel arch (in boot) corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2014 82,748 miles

engine management light on

front wipers slightly smearing

nearside rear outer wheel arch corroded

offside number plate light dim

offside outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2013 76,252 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

corrosion to both rear 1/4 pannels

engine management light on

offside number plate light dim

Fail 5 Aug 2013 76,239 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

engine management light on

offside number plate dim

ofside rear brake slight bind

slight corrosion to both rear 1/4 pannels

Pass 4 Aug 2012 71,422 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 71,419 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 61,449 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 54,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge tread not cut as deep

both rear tyres perished

Fail 30 Jun 2010 54,015 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge tread not cut as deep

both rear tyres perished

Pass 17 Jul 2009 42,567 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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GL06 XTU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue 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 GL06 XTU, 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 GL06 XTU registered?

GL06 XTU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is GL06 XTU safe to buy?

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