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HX56 CWA

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

22,303 mi
Last recorded22,303 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 CWA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 22,303 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 21,238 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

light corrosion on fuel tank

Pass 22 Aug 2023 20,132 miles

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

light corrosion on fuel tank

Pass 20 Jul 2022 18,803 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 18,803 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 17,611 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 17,608 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres outer sidewalls marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 17,503 miles

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

rev. light not working

Fail 9 Dec 2019 17,502 miles

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

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

rev. light not working

Pass 18 Dec 2018 16,845 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 16,844 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2017 16,260 miles

all tyres perished

n/s outer sill corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2016 15,684 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 15,077 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 15,077 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 14,264 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 13,248 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 11,971 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 11,971 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 9,523 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 7,329 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 5,756 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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HX56 CWA is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HX56 CWA, 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 HX56 CWA registered?

HX56 CWA is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is HX56 CWA safe to buy?

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