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HV56 ZVR

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

74,130 mi
Last recorded74,130 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 ZVR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 74,130 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 74,130 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 71,073 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 71,052 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner seal (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2017 71,045 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sub frame mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sub frame mount (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside moisture in headlamp

Pass 23 Dec 2016 67,572 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 67,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 63,870 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2015 63,870 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 58,121 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 56,278 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2013 56,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2012 53,603 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

nearside mirror slightly cracked

offside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 5 Dec 2012 53,603 miles

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

nearside mirror slightly cracked

offside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 7 Oct 2011 49,011 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 13 Oct 2010 41,821 miles

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 13 Oct 2010 41,821 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 29 Sep 2009 29,400 miles

both rear tyres starting to split

Fail 29 Sep 2009 29,400 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres starting to split

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 ZVR is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 ZVR, 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 ZVR registered?

HV56 ZVR is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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