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LT56 XRW

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

64,020 mi
Last recorded64,020 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 XRW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 64,020 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 64,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 61,030 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 59,403 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 55,722 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 55,722 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 50,335 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 50,335 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDE WALL (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2015 46,705 miles

o/s front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Fail 24 Jun 2014 44,128 miles

2x rear tyres perrished

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 44,128 miles

2x rear tyres perrished

Pass 28 Jun 2013 40,500 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 40,500 miles

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

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

offside front wheel rim damaged on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2012 37,109 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 37,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front discs wearing thin

Pass 13 Jul 2011 33,958 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 31,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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 XRW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey 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 LT56 XRW, 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

How do I check the history of LT56 XRW?

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What year was LT56 XRW registered?

LT56 XRW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is LT56 XRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT56 XRW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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