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HK56 PVT

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,578 mi
Last recorded137,578 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK56 PVT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2019 137,578 miles

Central Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2018 126,951 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 126,950 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2017 118,908 miles

offside rear inner wheel arch and nearside outer sill panel slight corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2016 106,195 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Floor near front subframe (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak Engine area ()

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 2 Nov 2015 95,348 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel inner edge damaged

Pass 1 Nov 2014 86,958 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 76,302 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 76,302 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 67,413 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 67,413 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 55,221 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2010 41,210 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 41,210 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 31,333 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 31,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HK56 PVT is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HK56 PVT, 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 HK56 PVT registered?

HK56 PVT is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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