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LB56 STZ

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,716 mi
Last recorded30,716 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 STZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 30,716 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 26,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 26,442 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall perished deep enough to reach cords. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2021 25,806 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 25,806 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 24,374 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 23,160 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 22,903 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 22,488 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 20,751 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 19,046 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 17,095 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

nearside and offside rear tyre walls cracking.

Pass 31 Dec 2012 15,092 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Dec 2011 12,776 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 12,776 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 9,818 miles

Oil leak

cuts n/s/f tyre wall - not to cords.

front and rear wipers slightly smeary.

nearside and offside frontr tyre walls scuffed.

nearside and offside rear tyre walls scuffed.

o/s/f exterior door handle insecure but working.

Pass 31 Dec 2009 7,556 miles

front wipers slightly juddery.

n/s/f tyre outer wall scuffed (continental 165/60r1475h)

Fail 31 Dec 2009 7,556 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wipers slightly juddery.

n/s/f tyre outer wall scuffed (continental 165/60r1475h)

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 STZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 STZ, 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 STZ registered?

LB56 STZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is LB56 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB56 STZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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