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HG55 XWD

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,046 mi
Last recorded45,046 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 XWD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 45,046 miles

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/chassis member (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2018 41,971 miles

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/chassis member (2.4.A.3)

Fail 13 Mar 2018 41,927 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (3.3.A.2)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/chassis member (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 39,202 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 39,202 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 36,268 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 33,505 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 33,505 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 30,322 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 26,566 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 25,010 miles

front brake pads wearing low, suggest attention very soon.

nearside front tyre is perrished, not failable at time of test.

Pass 31 Jan 2011 22,946 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 19,050 miles

n/s/f tyre tread has a cut but not showing cords

Fail 12 Jan 2010 19,050 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 14,389 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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HG55 XWD is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HG55 XWD, 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 HG55 XWD registered?

HG55 XWD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is HG55 XWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG55 XWD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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