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HG56 SMX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

103,855 mi
Last recorded103,855 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 SMX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 103,855 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 103,855 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering component fractured pressure sensor (2.1.5 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 91,020 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 91,020 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 77,060 miles

Both front inner wing corroded by subframe mount

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Both front (2.5.B.1b)

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

Underside of the vehicle. Corroded

Fail 17 Feb 2017 77,060 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam No bulb holder (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Both front inner wing corroded by subframe mount

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Both front (2.5.B.1b)

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

Underside of the vehicle. Corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2015 77,055 miles

Engine management light on

Exhaust corroded

Fuel tank corroded

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 77,055 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Engine management light on

Exhaust corroded

Fuel tank corroded

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 76,627 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 76,627 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 62,281 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,017 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 33,113 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 27,581 miles

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

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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HG56 SMX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HG56 SMX, 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 HG56 SMX registered?

HG56 SMX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is HG56 SMX safe to buy?

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