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KW55 HPX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,911 mi
Last recorded19,911 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 HPX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 19,911 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 18,634 miles

Eml on

Pass 15 Feb 2017 17,186 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 15,899 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 15,899 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both / split (8.2.2)

management light on

Pass 3 Mar 2015 14,634 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 13,749 miles

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

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

engine management light on

near side front tyre wall perrished

Pass 6 Feb 2013 11,950 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 9,483 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 7,186 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 5,330 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both rear inner wheel rims damaged.

Pass 22 Jan 2010 5,330 miles

both rear inner wheel rims damaged.

Pass 30 Jan 2009 3,649 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

slight side wall damage to nearside front tyre

Fail 30 Jan 2009 3,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

slight side wall damage to nearside front tyre

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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KW55 HPX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KW55 HPX, 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 KW55 HPX registered?

KW55 HPX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is KW55 HPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW55 HPX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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