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LB56 FPU

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,199 mi
Last recorded79,199 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 FPU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 79,199 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 14 Sep 2016 79,199 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 18 Sep 2015 74,968 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 74,695 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 67,721 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 13 Jul 2013 60,937 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 60,937 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 55,040 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 47,616 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 47,616 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 38,708 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 35,052 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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LB56 FPU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LB56 FPU, 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 LB56 FPU registered?

LB56 FPU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is LB56 FPU safe to buy?

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