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LA56 BXL

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,002 mi
Last recorded83,002 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 BXL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 83,002 miles

Road wheel slightly damaged osf dent inner (4.2.A.1a)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim osr inner (4.2.A.1a)

antifreeze level low

nsf tyre low tread depth and worn outer edge

oil leak, rocker cover gasket

osf tyre low tread depth

osr light lense cracked

osr tyre unusual uneven wear inner part roadface

Fail 20 Oct 2017 83,002 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fronts (8.2.3)

Road wheel slightly damaged osf dent inner (4.2.A.1a)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim osr inner (4.2.A.1a)

antifreeze level low

nsf tyre low tread depth and worn outer edge

oil leak, rocker cover gasket

osf tyre low tread depth

osr light lense cracked

osr tyre unusual uneven wear inner part roadface

Pass 20 Oct 2016 72,026 miles

coolant level low

engine oil leak from cam cover gasket

Fail 19 Oct 2016 72,026 miles

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

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

coolant level low

engine oil leak from cam cover gasket

Pass 13 Oct 2015 68,941 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 68,941 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 60,712 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 60,712 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 51,660 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 48,305 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Aug 2012 48,305 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Sep 2011 40,641 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 40,641 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 36,013 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 BXL is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BXL, 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 BXL registered?

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

Is LA56 BXL safe to buy?

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