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HV56 ERO

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

70,121 mi
Last recorded70,121 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 ERO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 70,121 miles

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

corrosion evident on n/s/f floorpan and n/s/r outersill,both by subframe mounts

Fail 20 Nov 2017 70,120 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floorpan (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower wishbone inner bush debonded

corrosion evident on n/s/f floorpan and n/s/r outersill,both by subframe mounts

recommend tracking check/adjustment

Pass 3 Nov 2016 61,918 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

corrosion evident on o/s/r outersill,undersills,o/s/f and n/s/f floorpans by subframe mounts and underbody

n/s/f tyre scrubbed out on inner edge

o/s/f lower wishbone - rear bush splitting/debonding

Fail 3 Nov 2016 61,918 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outersill/arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

corrosion evident on o/s/r outersill,undersills,o/s/f and n/s/f floorpans by subframe mounts and underbody

n/s/f tyre scrubbed out on inner edge

o/s/f lower wishbone - rear bush splitting/debonding

Fail 2 Nov 2016 61,914 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 57,435 miles

o/s/r outer sill is very rusty

wet day

Fail 3 Sep 2014 53,249 miles

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

offside door & wing dented

Pass 3 Sep 2014 53,249 miles

offside door & wing dented

Fail 11 Sep 2013 47,222 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front wing & door damaged

Pass 11 Sep 2013 47,222 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front wing & door damaged

Pass 7 Sep 2012 42,180 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 42,180 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 36,289 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 31,276 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 31,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 22,856 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 22,856 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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HV56 ERO is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 HV56 ERO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV56 ERO registered?

HV56 ERO is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is HV56 ERO safe to buy?

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