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KU56 KYX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

45,036 mi
Last recorded45,036 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 KYX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 45,036 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 45,033 miles

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

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 29 Nov 2014 41,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 41,341 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 36,002 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 31,036 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 28,219 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 30 Aug 2011 28,216 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 20 Aug 2010 26,776 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 21,998 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2009 21,998 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 KYX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KYX, 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 KYX registered?

KU56 KYX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is KU56 KYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 KYX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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