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KJ06 JYE

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

38,125 mi
Last recorded38,125 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ06 JYE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 38,125 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 38,121 miles

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 35,743 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge. On limit! (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n.s.r and o.s.r inner wing/sill near axle beam mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 35,743 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge. On limit! (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n.s.r and o.s.r inner wing/sill near axle beam mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 29,371 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi & flange corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body , front & rear inner sills & o/s/f inner arch behind brake pipe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 29,368 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front exhaust flexi & flange corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body , front & rear inner sills & o/s/f inner arch behind brake pipe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 23,970 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 20,597 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 20,597 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 18,026 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 18,024 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 16,587 miles

all tyres perished

bottom suspension arms rear bushes weak

Pass 13 Mar 2019 15,847 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 14,831 miles

discs corroded

front suspension arm bushes weak

front tyres perishing

Pass 20 Mar 2017 13,865 miles

Front discs worn on inside face

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 12,702 miles

bottom suspension arm bushes weak

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 11,598 miles

bottom suspension arms rear bushes worn

Pass 19 Mar 2014 10,595 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 18 Mar 2013 9,622 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 8,719 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 7,689 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 6,632 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 5,483 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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KJ06 JYE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KJ06 JYE, 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 KJ06 JYE registered?

KJ06 JYE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is KJ06 JYE safe to buy?

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