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GU56 JDZ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,813 mi
Last recorded138,813 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 JDZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 138,813 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both front inner tyres slightly worn on edges

engine management light on dashboard

fuel tank slightly corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2016 138,733 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both front inner tyres slightly worn on edges

engine management light on dashboard

fuel tank slightly corroded

Fail 6 Oct 2016 138,107 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Braking system leaking hose (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 130,061 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 121,856 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 107,902 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 97,116 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 97,116 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 80,751 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 80,751 miles

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

Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 66,944 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 50,345 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 JDZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GU56 JDZ, 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 JDZ registered?

GU56 JDZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is GU56 JDZ safe to buy?

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