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LA56 BYC

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,793 mi
Last recorded64,793 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 BYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 64,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear shock top mount slight play

centre exhaust heat sheild slight loose

Fail 9 Dec 2022 64,774 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front inner floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear shock top mount slight play

centre exhaust heat sheild slight loose

Pass 8 Dec 2021 58,202 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sills both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 58,202 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sills both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 56,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 56,152 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 53,596 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 7 Nov 2018 53,596 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2017 50,304 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 46,697 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 46,696 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 46,696 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 46,696 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 46,700 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 46,695 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 46,695 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 45,991 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 42,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 42,898 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 30,116 miles

Brake fluid slightly low

Front brake pads look low

Offside rear tyre perished and starting to split

Pass 30 Jan 2010 22,024 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 BYC is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BYC, 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 BYC registered?

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

Is LA56 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 BYC shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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