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LR56 VXM

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,303 mi
Last recorded76,303 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 VXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2020 76,303 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective pedal sinks before engine is started no movement after (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. vehicle has 1656513 all round apart from nearside front which has 1557013 (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill close to rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner + outer sill and floor close to suspension mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm 1656513 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 71,604 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 62,002 miles

rear inner sills corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2017 57,613 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 57,566 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 52,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3ml (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3ml (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 52,418 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3ml (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3ml (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 47,023 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 47,023 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2014 43,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 43,714 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,350 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 33,393 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 29,047 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 23,027 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 23,027 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 17,888 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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LR56 VXM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LR56 VXM, 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 LR56 VXM registered?

LR56 VXM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 November 2006.

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