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HV56 NWY

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

57,595 mi
Last recorded57,595 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 57,595 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 51,693 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 51,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake fluid level well low

Pass 17 Mar 2020 44,233 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 40,273 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 40,273 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 37,248 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 37,248 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2014 31,012 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 30,453 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 30,453 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 26,452 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres perishing

front brake discs ridged + pads very thin

Pass 16 Jan 2012 26,452 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres perishing

front brake discs ridged + pads very thin

Pass 21 Jan 2011 21,061 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 21,059 miles

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

o/s/f tyre baldon inner edge and on LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,450 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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HV56 NWY is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue 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 HV56 NWY, 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 HV56 NWY registered?

HV56 NWY is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is HV56 NWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV56 NWY shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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