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LB56 HBJ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

58,850 mi
Last recorded58,850 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 HBJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 58,850 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 53,045 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 51,260 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 48,798 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 45,973 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 45,973 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 41,950 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 38,123 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 38,123 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 34,702 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 32,386 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 30,245 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 27,970 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 27,970 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 30 Oct 2013 25,170 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,170 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 21,795 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 21,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 18,865 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 14,682 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 11,723 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 HBJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LB56 HBJ, 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 HBJ registered?

LB56 HBJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is LB56 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB56 HBJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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