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GX06 BWC

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

54,174 mi
Last recorded54,174 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 BWC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 54,174 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 45,832 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant, area around thermostat housing. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre, worn on inner treads

Pass 14 Aug 2019 37,636 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Aug 2019 37,636 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Aug 2018 31,780 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 31,780 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 26,451 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 26,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,477 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 21,477 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 16,391 miles

slight lift in n/s/r upper suspension mount.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 16,391 miles

slight lift in n/s/r upper mount.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 16,391 miles

slight lift in n/s/r upper suspension mount.

Pass 19 Aug 2014 9,582 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 9,328 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 9,002 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 8,439 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 7,558 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 6,748 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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GX06 BWC is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GX06 BWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX06 BWC registered?

GX06 BWC is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is GX06 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 BWC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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