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KC06 YVU

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,405 mi
Last recorded74,405 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC06 YVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 74,405 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 72,267 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 66,328 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 59,342 miles

both front lower arms rear bushes slightly deteriorated.

both rear tyres perished.

Fail 18 Jul 2013 59,342 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

both front lower arms rear bushes slightly deteriorated.

both rear tyres perished.

Pass 21 Jul 2012 55,834 miles

nearside no plate light very dim

Fail 21 Jul 2012 55,834 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside no plate light very dim

Fail 26 Jul 2011 49,298 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 49,298 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 40,831 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 33,158 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2009 33,158 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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KC06 YVU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KC06 YVU, 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 KC06 YVU registered?

KC06 YVU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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