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HY56 ORS

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

56,496 mi
Last recorded56,496 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY56 ORS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2024 56,496 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides inner plus outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength middle seat belt moutning (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 55,160 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner plus outer sills corroded plus under body corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 54,059 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 52,456 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

under body corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2020 51,618 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 47,366 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 42,099 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 38,410 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 32,031 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 22,071 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,136 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 15,211 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 15,211 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 13,881 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 12,314 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 12,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 10,636 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 10,636 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 8,637 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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HY56 ORS is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HY56 ORS, 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 HY56 ORS registered?

HY56 ORS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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