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GV56 SSZ

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,125 mi
Last recorded78,125 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 SSZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2021 78,125 miles

INNER SIL SLIGHLTY CORRODED (BOTH SIDES)

Pass 15 Feb 2020 74,395 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2020 74,395 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer seal (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer seal (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 68,348 miles

PLAY IN SUSPENSION

SILLS RUSTY / WEAK

UNDERSIDE OF CAR RUSTY

Pass 11 Jul 2017 66,400 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 66,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak slight ()

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 15 Jul 2016 65,059 miles

Front brakes 80% worn

Front wipers smear

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,629 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 59,629 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 54,913 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 47,257 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 40,877 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,432 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 28,532 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 27,247 miles

Nearside 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 SSZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV56 SSZ, 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 SSZ registered?

GV56 SSZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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