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HG56 XYW

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

79,434 mi
Last recorded79,434 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 XYW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 79,434 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 79,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 72,289 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 72,289 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2014 68,034 miles

rear tyres close to limits & perished

Fail 16 May 2014 68,030 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear tyres close to limits & perished

Pass 25 Oct 2013 67,748 miles

Battery ; clamp requires attention

Brakes ; imbalance on front brakes 11 %

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes 17 %

Engine ; coolant level low

Engine ; oil level overfilled

Oil leaks

Steering ; slight play in rack

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Tyres ; n/s/r tread low & perished

Tyres ; o/s/f tread low on inner edge

Wheel trims fitted , restricted views

Fail 24 Oct 2013 67,748 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Battery ; clamp requires attention

Brakes ; imbalance on front brakes 11 %

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes 17 %

Engine ; coolant level low

Engine ; oil level overfilled

Oil leaks

Steering ; slight play in rack

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Tyres ; n/s/r tread low & perished

Tyres ; o/s/f tread low on inner edge

Wheel trims fitted , restricted views

Pass 2 Nov 2012 67,181 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 67,181 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 58,291 miles

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

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 14 Dec 2010 50,628 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 50,628 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 38,815 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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HG56 XYW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HG56 XYW, 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 XYW registered?

HG56 XYW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is HG56 XYW safe to buy?

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