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LE06 OTU

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,430 mi
Last recorded71,430 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE06 OTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 71,430 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill and bottom of wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 69,047 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security with in 30 cm of rear axel mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 69,046 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged on protective sleve (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security with in 30 cm of rear axel mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 63,798 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 61,407 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 61,407 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 59,571 miles

All brake pipes have been protected

Both rear axle bushes deteriorated but not resulting in any movement

N/s front rear suspension arm bush deteriorated

O/s front rear suspension arm bush deteriorated

Underside has been protected

Fail 15 Jun 2022 59,555 miles

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

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

All brake pipes have been protected

Both rear axle bushes deteriorated but not resulting in any movement

N/s front rear suspension arm bush deteriorated

O/s front rear suspension arm bush deteriorated

Underside has been protected

Pass 15 Jun 2021 57,379 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 56,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 53,464 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 49,416 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 46,375 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 46,375 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 40,187 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,412 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 30,013 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 25,955 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 20,103 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 16,992 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,755 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 9,354 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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LE06 OTU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LE06 OTU, 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 LE06 OTU registered?

LE06 OTU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 August 2006.

Is LE06 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE06 OTU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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