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MA06 BYP

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,733 mi
Last recorded69,733 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA06 BYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 69,733 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing o/s and n/s starting to corrode (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 69,733 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing o/s and n/s starting to corrode (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 61,298 miles

Rear number plate damaged

Fail 22 Aug 2016 61,298 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear number plate damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2015 49,700 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 49,585 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Aug 2014 40,881 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 31,938 miles

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 13 Aug 2012 25,988 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 25,988 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 22,430 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,017 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 22,017 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,382 miles

centre section of exhaust showing signs of corrosion

some play front drop links

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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MA06 BYP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MA06 BYP, 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 MA06 BYP registered?

MA06 BYP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 May 2006.

Is MA06 BYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA06 BYP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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