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LD56 MTF

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

54,871 mi
Last recorded54,871 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 MTF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 54,871 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 54,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Mar 2017 54,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Mar 2016 47,928 miles

areas of corrosion to underside

oil leak

Fail 14 Mar 2016 47,927 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

areas of corrosion to underside

oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2015 45,064 miles

corrosion to nearside and offside rear outer sill / wheel arch

nearside rear shock absorber slightly damp

offside front tyre worn low on edges

oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2015 45,064 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to nearside and offside rear outer sill / wheel arch

nearside rear shock absorber slightly damp

offside front tyre worn low on edges

oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2014 33,614 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

corrosion to both rear wheel arch lips behind bumper

nearside rear tyre perished and wearing low inner edge in places

Fail 8 May 2013 52,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2013 52,615 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 42,012 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 30,561 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,746 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 21,746 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 9,749 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 9,749 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LD56 MTF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 LD56 MTF, 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 LD56 MTF registered?

LD56 MTF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LD56 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 MTF shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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