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LY55 TWE

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,729 mi
Last recorded16,729 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 TWE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 16,729 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat base ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms inner rearward bushes (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s/f floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 16,729 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat base ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms inner rearward bushes (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s/f floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 14,615 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 14,609 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 12,404 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 10,442 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 7,451 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 5,485 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 4,577 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2012 4,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 3,028 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 2,054 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 11,819 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 11,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 TWE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TWE, 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 LY55 TWE registered?

LY55 TWE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is LY55 TWE safe to buy?

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