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KV56 WTU

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,142 mi
Last recorded40,142 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV56 WTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 40,142 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 40,142 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 283,352 miles

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

all tyres side wall starting to deteriorat

Fail 27 Feb 2014 28,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

all tyres side wall starting to deteriorat

Pass 14 Oct 2011 22,337 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 13,690 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 10,130 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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KV56 WTU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KV56 WTU, 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

How do I check the history of KV56 WTU?

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What year was KV56 WTU registered?

KV56 WTU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 October 2006.

Is KV56 WTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV56 WTU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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