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LY06 VYP

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

44,001 mi
Last recorded44,001 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY06 VYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 44,001 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 39,394 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 33,586 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 28,278 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 27,570 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 27,040 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 26,414 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 26,031 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 25,332 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 25,332 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 24,485 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,171 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 23,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 22,028 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 20,738 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 20,738 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 19,304 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,996 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 16,257 miles

advise nearside rear shock top mpunt has slight movement.

Fail 12 Jul 2010 16,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise nearside rear shock top mpunt has slight movement.

advise offside front tyre and nearside rear tyre starting to perrish.

Pass 6 Jul 2009 14,344 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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LY06 VYP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LY06 VYP, 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 LY06 VYP registered?

LY06 VYP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is LY06 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY06 VYP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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