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LG56 LHW

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,695 mi
Last recorded38,695 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 LHW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 38,695 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,312 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

Offside Front Arch lining loose

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 36,312 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

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

Offside Front Arch lining loose

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 35,126 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,126 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 34,818 miles

corrosion to sills

Pass 6 Aug 2012 34,175 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 33,283 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,824 miles

Front bumper insecure

N/S/R tyre deteriorated but not exposing ply or cords

Fail 11 Apr 2011 32,824 miles

Front bumper insecure

N/S/R tyre deteriorated but not exposing ply or cords

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 27,751 miles

Front wishbones arms bushes starting to perish.

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2010 27,751 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake discs worn.

Front wishbones arms bushes starting to perish.

Pass 11 Aug 2009 17,769 miles

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

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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LG56 LHW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LG56 LHW, 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 LG56 LHW registered?

LG56 LHW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is LG56 LHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG56 LHW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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