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LA06 SXW

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

82,158 mi
Last recorded82,158 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 SXW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 82,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 82,122 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 80,264 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 78,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 74,367 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside headlight has slight misting

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,482 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 69,916 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 69,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 66,878 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 66,878 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 55,956 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 47,346 miles

Ns rear coil spring has become very corroded

Fail 27 Jun 2013 47,346 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Ns rear coil spring has become very corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,354 miles

both front tyres wearing on extreme edges

front brake discs appear thin

os rear tyre side wall cracking and in poor condition

tracking may be required

Fail 28 Jun 2011 32,820 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres side walls cracking poor condition

Pass 28 Jun 2011 32,820 miles

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front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres side walls cracking poor condition

Pass 30 Jun 2010 26,069 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 19,004 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 19,004 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LA06 SXW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LA06 SXW, 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 LA06 SXW registered?

LA06 SXW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is LA06 SXW safe to buy?

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