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LV56 HDF

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

26,448 mi
Last recorded26,448 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 HDF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 26,448 miles

nearside and offside front chassis rails surface corroded.

nearside and offside front suspension arm main rear mounting bushes slightly deteriated - not resulting in excessive free movement.

nearside front tyre tread cracked

nearside rear inner sill/suspension mounting point surface corroded.

offside front tyre tread cracked

Fail 21 Oct 2025 26,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nearside and offside front chassis rails surface corroded.

nearside and offside front suspension arm main rear mounting bushes slightly deteriated - not resulting in excessive free movement.

nearside front tyre tread cracked

nearside rear inner sill/suspension mounting point surface corroded.

offside front tyre tread cracked

Pass 17 Oct 2024 24,230 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 22,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 21,220 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 19,952 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 19,043 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS/OS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 17,465 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 14,743 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 14,743 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 12,364 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 12,364 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 10,430 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 9,142 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 8,088 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Oct 2013 7,201 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 7,201 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 6,265 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 6,265 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 5,374 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 4,669 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 3,580 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 HDF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HDF, 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 LV56 HDF registered?

LV56 HDF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is LV56 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 HDF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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