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KO06 VWV

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

52,960 mi
Last recorded52,960 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO06 VWV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 52,960 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive And outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under body corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2024 51,012 miles

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

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

Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under body corrosion

Pass 4 Aug 2023 50,103 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

General suspension and under body corrosion

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 50,103 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

General suspension and under body corrosion

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 49,745 miles

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

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

General body corrosion

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 49,745 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

General body corrosion

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 49,305 miles

Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 49,052 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 48,177 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 44,939 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 41,721 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 41,721 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 39,598 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 33,768 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 24,634 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 20,388 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,816 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,077 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 12,384 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,623 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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KO06 VWV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KO06 VWV, 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 KO06 VWV registered?

KO06 VWV is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is KO06 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO06 VWV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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