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HY56 YZL

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,349 mi
Last recorded86,349 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 86,349 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 86,349 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 81,164 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 81,158 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 78,827 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 78,821 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 68,802 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 68,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre perished

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 62,787 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 62,683 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear subframe mountings (2.4.A.3)

both front subframe mountingscorroded

Pass 22 Aug 2015 55,729 miles

N/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,999 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 42,059 miles

front brake pads quite thin

Pass 25 Aug 2012 34,771 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 27,640 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 19,012 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 11,015 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 YZL is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 YZL, 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 HY56 YZL registered?

HY56 YZL is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is HY56 YZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY56 YZL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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