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LA56 BVG

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

74,782 mi
Last recorded74,782 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 BVG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 74,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor around inner sill and subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill around rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor around inner sill and subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill around rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Outer both outer sills showing signs of corrosion

general underbody corrosion

Pass 10 Sep 2018 71,315 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 71,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 67,932 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 67,932 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 62,963 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 62,962 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 53,634 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2015 53,634 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2014 46,311 miles

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

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

front tyres perished

Pass 9 Sep 2014 46,311 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 14 Sep 2013 40,208 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 39,155 miles

both rear tyres cracking in sidewalls

wiper blades split at ends

Fail 22 Nov 2011 34,209 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 34,209 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 27,279 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 19,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 19,058 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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LA56 BVG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LA56 BVG, 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 LA56 BVG registered?

LA56 BVG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is LA56 BVG safe to buy?

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