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GL55 XJB

2006 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

61,633 mi
Last recorded61,633 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 XJB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 61,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wish bone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 61,633 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill and rear wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wish bone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 55,075 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 55,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 52,268 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 52,268 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 49,811 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 44,954 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 41,141 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended lower wish bones front (2.4.F.3)

Fail 3 Aug 2017 41,141 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended lower wish bones front (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 38,810 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,843 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 32,498 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 32,498 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013 28,011 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 28,011 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,628 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

Fail 20 Mar 2012 24,628 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

Pass 11 Mar 2011 21,095 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 21,090 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 21,054 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 14,974 miles

battery warning lamp illuminated

both front tyres starting to perish

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 XJB is a 2006 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XJB, 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 XJB registered?

GL55 XJB is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is GL55 XJB safe to buy?

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