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LB56 SRU

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,359 mi
Last recorded91,359 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 SRU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 91,359 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Feb 2019 91,359 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken top coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Feb 2018 88,063 miles

both sills corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2017 81,271 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 66,906 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 52,531 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 52,531 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 40,330 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 33,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 33,985 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 22,961 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 22,961 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wiper rubbers in poor condition

Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,774 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 15,774 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)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 8 Dec 2009 10,774 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 10,774 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 SRU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SRU, 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 LB56 SRU registered?

LB56 SRU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 December 2006.

Is LB56 SRU safe to buy?

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