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KL56 XDS

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,637 mi
Last recorded96,637 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL56 XDS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 96,637 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 87,386 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 76,525 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 76,525 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 67,815 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 67,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 64,581 miles

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

back panel corroded behind bumper

Fail 27 Jan 2014 64,581 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

back panel corroded behind bumper

Pass 7 Jan 2013 59,521 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 59,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front flexi insecure

Pass 4 Jan 2012 55,811 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 35,691 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 35,691 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 41,208 miles

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

slight damage to nearside front wheel

Fail 21 May 2010 41,208 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

slight damage to nearside front wheel

Pass 28 Sep 2009 34,579 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

O.S.R.TYRE BRAKING UP

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

TRACKING OUT

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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KL56 XDS is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KL56 XDS, 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 KL56 XDS registered?

KL56 XDS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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