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LY55 BXE

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,822 mi
Last recorded50,822 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 BXE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 50,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2018 50,822 miles

Emissions not tested due to engine running ruff (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 47,214 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 43,053 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 43,053 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 35,837 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 35,837 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 29,497 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 24,382 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 22,248 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 18,027 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 15,910 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 13,447 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 11,375 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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LY55 BXE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LY55 BXE, 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

How do I check the history of LY55 BXE?

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What year was LY55 BXE registered?

LY55 BXE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is LY55 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 BXE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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