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GU56 TLZ

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,450 mi
Last recorded63,450 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 TLZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2019 63,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

engine and gearbox oil leaks

exhaust corroded

heavy corrosion to chassis rails, floor and inner and outer sills

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 8 Nov 2018 60,828 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front tyre badly worn outer edge

Offside Front tyre inner vsidewall splitting

Offside Rear inner & outer sill corroding

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 60,828 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front tyre badly worn outer edge

Offside Front tyre inner vsidewall splitting

Offside Rear inner & outer sill corroding

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 58,834 miles

Offside Front tyre inner sidewall splitting

Offside Rear Inner sill corroding

Pass 11 Aug 2016 56,288 miles

Nearside Front sill slightly corroded

Nearside Front stone chip in windscreen

Nearside Rear Upper shock absorber top mount slight play

Nearside Rear axle bush worn

Offside Front sill slightly corroded

Offside Rear axle bush worn

Pass 27 Aug 2015 550,198 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 550,198 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 52,568 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 52,568 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 47,251 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 47,251 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 41,978 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 41,978 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 35,259 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,294 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,215 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 TLZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 TLZ, 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 TLZ registered?

GU56 TLZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 September 2006.

Is GU56 TLZ safe to buy?

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