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GY56 UEM

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

62,827 mi
Last recorded62,827 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 UEM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 62,827 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

surface corrosion to underside

Fail 11 Nov 2020 62,696 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner shoulder *STRONG ADVISE* (5.2.3 (e))

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

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 19 Nov 2019 58,648 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 52,593 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2018 52,462 miles

Brake valve leaking abs pump (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/r wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/f floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/r outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 46,408 miles

Exhaust deteriorated at front flexi join

Surface corrosion to chassis under o/s/f wheel arch

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge close to legal limit

Pass 24 Nov 2016 39,983 miles

rear axle beam bushes deteriorating

Pass 11 Nov 2015 34,849 miles

both rear axle beam bushes perishing but have no excessive play

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 28 Nov 2014 30,709 miles

both rear tyres perishing

o/s/f inner rear wishbone bush deteriorating

rear axle beam bushes deteriorating

o/s/f tyre worn very low on inner shoulder

Fail 29 Nov 2013 23,563 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 23,563 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Pass 20 Nov 2012 23,540 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 23,540 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 17,411 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 7,736 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 7,736 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 5,385 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 UEM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GY56 UEM, 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 UEM registered?

GY56 UEM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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