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LV56 VVJ

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,503 mi
Last recorded50,503 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 50,503 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2025 50,498 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 49,642 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 49,631 miles

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 48,872 miles

Central Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all of rear covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 47,628 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 47,577 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Within 30cm of axle bush mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Within 30cm of axle bush mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 45,005 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 44,167 miles

Nearside Front Advise floorpan corroded

Nearside Rear sill panel corroded

Offside Front Advise floorpan corroded

Offside Rear sill panel corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2019 42,439 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 38,607 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 35,437 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 35,437 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 32,574 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise offside rear sill panel starting to corrode

Pass 26 Oct 2015 30,024 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 27,241 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 24,005 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 20,677 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 17,456 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 17,268 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 13,641 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 10,177 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 VVJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VVJ, 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 VVJ registered?

LV56 VVJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is LV56 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 VVJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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