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GU56 COJ

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,009 mi
Last recorded70,009 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 COJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 70,009 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2026 70,009 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 64,479 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 64,479 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 58,844 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 51,362 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 44,088 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 37,454 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 31,091 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 27,501 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 25,331 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 21,554 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 19,960 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 17,100 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,165 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 15,259 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 13,411 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,475 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 9,217 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 7,542 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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GU56 COJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GU56 COJ, 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

How do I check the history of GU56 COJ?

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What year was GU56 COJ registered?

GU56 COJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GU56 COJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 COJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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