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LT56 XRK

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

88,736 mi
Last recorded88,736 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 XRK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 88,736 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Oct 2017 88,736 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Oct 2016 82,657 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 78,996 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 65,705 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 51,961 miles

N/S/rear tyre wall cracked/ perished

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 51,961 miles

N/S/rear tyre wall cracked/ perished

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 44,310 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 44,310 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 36,130 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 36,130 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2010 28,355 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 21,389 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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LT56 XRK is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LT56 XRK, 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 LT56 XRK registered?

LT56 XRK is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is LT56 XRK safe to buy?

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