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GV56 HVT

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

51,659 mi
Last recorded51,659 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 HVT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2022 51,659 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ply/ cords visible. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 49,246 miles

Nearside Front floor corroded

Offside play in rack

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

difficult to pass emissions

Fail 26 Jan 2021 49,246 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front floor corroded

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

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

Offside play in rack

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

difficult to pass emissions

Pass 28 Jan 2020 47,298 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front floor corrded

Offside Rear sill corroded

Offside slight play in rack

Fail 28 Jan 2020 47,298 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front floor corrded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear sill corroded

Offside slight play in rack

Fail 25 Jan 2020 47,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 43,516 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under passenger feet (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2019 43,515 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under passenger feet (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 39,672 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 35,382 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low outer tread + poor condition

Pass 6 Feb 2016 30,929 miles

nearside rear tyre poor condition - BORDERLINE PASS

offside rear tyre poor condition

Pass 6 Feb 2015 26,342 miles

rear tyres outer tread poor condition

Fail 6 Feb 2015 26,342 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres outer tread poor condition

Pass 1 Feb 2014 23,613 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 21,337 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 16,037 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 10,296 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

o/s washer jet not working. n/s puts adiquate water on screen.

Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,296 miles

o/s washer jet not working. n/s puts adiquate water on screen.

Pass 9 Feb 2010 7,510 miles

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

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

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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GV56 HVT is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GV56 HVT, 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 GV56 HVT registered?

GV56 HVT is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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