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GL55 PFY

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

92,157 mi
Last recorded92,157 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 PFY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 92,157 miles

mangerment light on

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 85,532 miles

under sills corroded

front and rear suspension areas corroded

front both tyres worn smooth on edges

oil leak

under sills and floor pans corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2016 82,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 2 Feb 2016 82,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 82,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)

front wings loose but still secure nearside offside

suspect oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2015 75,314 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 68,102 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 68,096 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 64,461 miles

Engine leaking oil

Engine warning light on

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 54,754 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 44,341 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 44,341 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 32,341 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 32,341 miles

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

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

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 PFY is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GL55 PFY, 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 PFY registered?

GL55 PFY is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is GL55 PFY safe to buy?

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