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GL56 EWM

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,086 mi
Last recorded96,086 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 EWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 96,086 miles

BOTH REAR T/A BUSHES WORN

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 96,083 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

BOTH REAR T/A BUSHES WORN

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 92,388 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 92,388 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 86,668 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2017 86,668 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 79,553 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2015 75,921 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2015 75,921 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 68,115 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 58,774 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 48,179 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 39,796 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Dec 2011 39,796 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front discs are worn and lipped edge

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 33,919 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 26,324 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

front number plate slightly faded

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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GL56 EWM 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 68.8%.

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 GL56 EWM, 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 GL56 EWM registered?

GL56 EWM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 December 2006.

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