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GU56 HXF

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,658 mi
Last recorded73,658 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 HXF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 73,658 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 73,658 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2015 62,822 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2015 62,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre has a shallow cut on outer wall

offside rear tyre in poor condition (dot '06)

oil filler cap damaged

Pass 16 Jan 2014 53,158 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 44,961 miles

nearside rear tyre in poor condition 165/60/14

Pass 17 Jan 2012 37,747 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 30,394 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2011 30,394 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

clutch pipe leaking at brakemaster cylinder

Pass 18 Jan 2010 19,496 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,087 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 HXF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HXF, 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 GU56 HXF registered?

GU56 HXF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is GU56 HXF safe to buy?

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