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KM56 PZV

2006 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

35,337 mi
Last recorded35,337 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 PZV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2025 35,337 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn swivel arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 31,088 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 31,088 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 27,303 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 27,303 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint before rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 23,582 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 23,582 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 20,124 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 20,124 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing / sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,116 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 18,116 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 16,320 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 13,746 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 13,746 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 11,728 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 11,267 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 11,267 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 10,657 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 10,657 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 9,928 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 9,426 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 8,412 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 7,282 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 7,282 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 5,921 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 4,668 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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KM56 PZV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 KM56 PZV, 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 KM56 PZV registered?

KM56 PZV is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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