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LF56 ZSE

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,756 mi
Last recorded68,756 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF56 ZSE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 68,756 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 65,733 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 62,701 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 59,600 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 55,737 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 52,493 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 52,493 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 48,580 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Aug 2016 44,613 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 41,083 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 41,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 38,217 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 33,517 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 33,517 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 30,022 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 30,022 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front & both rear tyres cracking around tyre wall surfaces advise replace

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,071 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 25,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,992 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 15,624 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 15,624 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LF56 ZSE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LF56 ZSE, 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 LF56 ZSE registered?

LF56 ZSE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LF56 ZSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF56 ZSE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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