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GY56 LJN

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

54,421 mi
Last recorded54,421 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 LJN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2021 54,421 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Nov 2020 50,132 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Reversing lights inop.

Fail 6 Nov 2020 50,132 miles

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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Reversing lights inop.

Pass 5 Nov 2019 47,447 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 47,447 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached Both (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 45,608 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 45,608 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 43,657 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 43,657 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle under wheel arch area. (2.3.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 41,184 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 41,184 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 40,488 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 35,818 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2013 30,994 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/f lower wing holed and corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2013 30,994 miles

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

n/s/f lower wing holed and corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2012 27,220 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 27,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2011 23,045 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 17,791 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 17,790 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

some damage to front no plate

Pass 30 Oct 2009 11,119 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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GY56 LJN is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GY56 LJN, 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 GY56 LJN registered?

GY56 LJN is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is GY56 LJN safe to buy?

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