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LT56 XTE

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,355 mi
Last recorded91,355 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 XTE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 91,355 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 91,355 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 87,769 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 84,220 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 77,178 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 77,178 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1656513 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2018 68,632 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 65,709 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 63,577 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 60,415 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 56,518 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 48,598 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 39,106 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 30,116 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 21,515 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 21,515 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 13,946 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 XTE 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 82.4%.

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 LT56 XTE, 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 LT56 XTE registered?

LT56 XTE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is LT56 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT56 XTE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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