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HV56 PUO

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

23,143 mi
Last recorded23,143 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 PUO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2023 23,143 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn, acceptable limit just met (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn, acceptable limit just met (5.3.4 (a) (i))

inner sills & floor corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2022 22,734 miles

floor and inner wheel arches slightly corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2021 22,129 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 22,129 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 22,101 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 21,560 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 21,560 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 21,548 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting point (inner) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 21,090 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 21,090 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 20,537 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 20,039 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 19,684 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,420 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion subframe mounting area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Fail 17 Sep 2015 18,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion subframe mounting area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,853 miles

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

offside front tyre perished on sidewall.

Fail 16 Sep 2014 17,853 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

offside front tyre perished on sidewall.

Pass 17 Sep 2013 16,693 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 15,465 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,863 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 11,347 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 9,068 miles

all 3 wipers smearing slightly

Fail 15 Sep 2009 9,068 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

all 3 wipers smearing slightly

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 PUO is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 PUO, 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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HV56 PUO is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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