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HV56 ZLE

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,032 mi
Last recorded62,032 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 62,032 miles

Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both sides upper attachment (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 60,947 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber top mount slight play upper attachment

Pass 27 Sep 2019 60,376 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 59,117 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 57,636 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 56,176 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 54,784 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 53,320 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to perish

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,767 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 49,898 miles

Coolant leak, possibly from reservoir and may need investigation or repair

Pass 30 Sep 2011 48,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 47,031 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 44,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r tyre cracking on outer wall

Pass 23 Sep 2009 44,245 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking on outer wall

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 ZLE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZLE, 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 ZLE registered?

HV56 ZLE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is HV56 ZLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV56 ZLE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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