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LC56 YWK

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,577 mi
Last recorded28,577 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 YWK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 28,577 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 27,731 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 27,089 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 26,586 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 25,761 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 25,761 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 25,105 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 24,489 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 23,348 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 22,047 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking badly no cord visable

Pass 28 Sep 2016 21,272 miles

Both rear tyres perished

N/s/f tyre perished

Pass 30 Sep 2015 20,869 miles

all four tyres starting to crack

Pass 2 Oct 2014 20,227 miles

Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres showing signs of cracking

Pass 7 Oct 2013 19,523 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 18,527 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 17,576 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 17,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 16,422 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 15,429 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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LC56 YWK is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 LC56 YWK, 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 LC56 YWK registered?

LC56 YWK is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is LC56 YWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 YWK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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