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MA06 CAU

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,435 mi
Last recorded73,435 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA06 CAU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 73,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 73,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 65,974 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 65,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 61,459 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 47,919 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 47,919 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 34,634 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 34,634 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 21,725 miles

front screen cracked behind rear view mirror

strong advise offside front tyre wearing edges

Pass 24 Dec 2011 9,697 miles

both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Pass 4 Jan 2011 33,127 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 17 May 2010 30,944 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 30,944 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 21,985 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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MA06 CAU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CAU, 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 CAU registered?

MA06 CAU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is MA06 CAU safe to buy?

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