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GL55 GRU

2006 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,659 mi
Last recorded111,659 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 GRU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 111,659 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Fuel flap area (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2018 111,659 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Fuel flap area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 108,673 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2017 108,672 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 102,286 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 92,459 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 86,027 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 83,053 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn to limit and perished/cracked

Pass 14 Feb 2012 74,216 miles

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

front discs are worn

off side front lower arm bush slightly perished

Fail 14 Feb 2012 74,216 miles

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

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

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

front discs are worn

off side front lower arm bush slightly perished

Fail 18 Feb 2011 58,118 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

front discs are starting to wear thin

front pads 80% worn

Pass 18 Feb 2011 58,118 miles

front discs are starting to wear thin

front pads 80% worn

Pass 2 Feb 2010 40,016 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 27,105 miles

N/s/r shock absorber top moumting has worn

O/s/f wheel rim slightly distorted on inner edge

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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GL55 GRU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL55 GRU, 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 GL55 GRU registered?

GL55 GRU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 February 2006.

Is GL55 GRU safe to buy?

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