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LV56 HCD

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,743 mi
Last recorded15,743 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 HCD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 15,743 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective pressure low ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel tank corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2020 15,612 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing fronts perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel tank corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2019 15,479 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 15,477 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel tank corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2018 15,284 miles

front tyres perished

fuel tank corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2016 15,161 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 14,516 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 11,943 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 11,943 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 11,511 miles

both rear tyres perrished

Pass 9 Oct 2012 11,093 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 10,880 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 10,270 miles

front discs slight worn

Pass 15 Sep 2009 7,625 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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LV56 HCD is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LV56 HCD, 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 LV56 HCD registered?

LV56 HCD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is LV56 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 HCD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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