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LB55 YKM

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,365 mi
Last recorded37,365 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 YKM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 37,365 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2025 37,365 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 36,619 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 35,581 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 34,335 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 33,401 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 33,429 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 32,998 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body/floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody /floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroding

Pass 20 Nov 2018 31,281 miles

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

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

slight corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Nov 2017 30,087 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 28,758 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 26,578 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 24,544 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 22,795 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 20,623 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 20,623 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 18,868 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 18,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front tyres perished on sidewalls

Pass 8 Dec 2010 16,716 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 15,009 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 11,441 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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LB55 YKM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LB55 YKM, 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 LB55 YKM registered?

LB55 YKM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is LB55 YKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB55 YKM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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