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KU56 APK

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

104,490 mi
Last recorded104,490 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 APK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 104,490 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 104,490 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 100,061 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 100,061 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 95,077 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 89,505 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 85,872 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 85,872 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 76,637 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 76,637 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 67,402 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 67,402 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 57,569 miles

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

slight wear front discs

Pass 17 Aug 2010 46,220 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 46,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front discs slightly worn

n/s/r tyre cut in tread area

Pass 15 Aug 2009 32,913 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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KU56 APK is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc 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 KU56 APK, 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 KU56 APK registered?

KU56 APK is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is KU56 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 APK shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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