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GL55 YJF

2006 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

106,316 mi
Last recorded106,316 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 106,316 miles

Slight surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Jan 2025 102,840 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 102,840 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid one way valve broken (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 99,194 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 95,734 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 91,714 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 91,714 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 87,383 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 87,383 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 83,301 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 78,382 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 72,314 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 66,789 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 61,455 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 56,901 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 52,253 miles

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

nearside front suspension lower arm back bush worn

Fail 11 Feb 2014 52,253 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)

front brake discs worn from inner side

nearside front suspension lower arm back bush worn

offside front wheel slightly binding

Pass 11 Feb 2013 47,315 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 13 Feb 2012 42,750 miles

offside front tyre worn badly from edge

Pass 2 Feb 2011 35,088 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 27,107 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 20,538 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 14,939 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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GL55 YJF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 YJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL55 YJF registered?

GL55 YJF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 February 2006.

Is GL55 YJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 YJF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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