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GY56 YBV

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

91,508 mi
Last recorded91,508 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 YBV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Apr 2018 91,508 miles

Emissions not tested due to engine missfire (7.3.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

EML on during test ?

Rear wiper blade split

engine missfire?

Pass 28 Apr 2017 88,066 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

coolant level low

exhaust corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2017 88,013 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

coolant level low

engine management light is on

exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2016 84,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed off on inner edge, also suspect punctured (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 84,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed off on inner edge, also suspect punctured (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 74,435 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 74,435 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 68,852 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,852 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 68,595 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

spare wheel missing

Fail 10 Jun 2013 68,591 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear engine mounting bracket damaged and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

spare wheel missing

Pass 13 Nov 2012 66,744 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 66,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Both front brake discs in poor condition at inner faces.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2011 55,796 miles

Both front tyres wearing more at inner edges.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 41,578 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 30,198 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 YBV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 YBV, 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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GY56 YBV is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2006.

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