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LY55 TWZ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,741 mi
Last recorded34,741 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 TWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 34,741 miles

Front corrosion to a posts by lower windscreen

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 19 Jan 2022 34,741 miles

Front Steering rack modification unsafe tracking way out (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Front Suspension arm has an unsafe modification possible wrong arms (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Front corrosion to a posts by lower windscreen

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 12 Jan 2021 34,052 miles

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded inner wing

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near Rear Axle Bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front A-post corroded

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near bottom arm Rear Bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 34,038 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in outer seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded inner wing

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near Rear Axle Bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front A-post corroded

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near bottom arm Rear Bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 31,881 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 30,189 miles

Offside sill slightly corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2018 27,263 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 27,247 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 23,917 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 23,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 21,384 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 2 Feb 2015 18,503 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 15,870 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 13,750 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 13,741 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2012 11,253 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 11,213 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 8,686 miles

tyres cracking.

Pass 28 Jan 2010 6,910 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 5,188 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 TWZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TWZ, 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 TWZ registered?

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

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