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LC56 YWN

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

30,501 mi
Last recorded30,501 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 30,501 miles

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/6513 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Underside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 28,692 miles

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/6513 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 28,631 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/6513 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 25,984 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing GOING OUT OF SHAPE INNER EDGE 165/6513 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 25,984 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SPRING SEAT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing GOING OUT OF SHAPE INNER EDGE 165/6513 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 24,306 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 24,306 miles

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 22,873 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 22,873 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 21,607 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 20,062 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 20,020 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 17,999 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 17,999 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 16,215 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 14,166 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 11,061 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 9,295 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 7,746 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 5,934 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 3,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 1,287 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 15,959 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 YWN is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YWN, 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 YWN registered?

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

Is LC56 YWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 YWN shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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