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KU56 JZG

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,818 mi
Last recorded79,818 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 JZG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 79,818 miles

rear service brake imbalance

Fail 7 Aug 2019 79,737 miles

Brake hose excessively twisted n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Bumper insecure o/s/f wheel arch/bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction mil light on (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust system insecure front mount broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure o/s/f headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam n/s/f (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak o/s/r shock leaking fluid (5.3.2 (b))

Side repeater missing o/s/f (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering locking device missing o/s/f track rod ball joint locknut has no splitpin (2.1.3 (d))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r inner wheel arch/sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear service brake imbalance close to limit

Pass 16 Aug 2018 70,984 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 70,978 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2017 70,942 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis/floor (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front alloy wheel buckled

Nearside Rear upper mount worn

Offside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush worn

Offside Front chassis/floor corrosion

Rear boot floor back panel accident damage/corroded

Rear chassis corrosion

engine management lamp on

inner/outer sills corrosion

power steering resevoir/pump damp oil

Pass 16 Sep 2016 65,885 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres deteriorated

Fail 14 Sep 2016 65,767 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2015 52,504 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 47,512 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 41,536 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 35,823 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,959 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 23,377 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 17,956 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 12,840 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 JZG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KU56 JZG, 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 KU56 JZG registered?

KU56 JZG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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