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MA06 YJL

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,882 mi
Last recorded64,882 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA06 YJL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2017 64,882 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect nsf (1.8.A.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nsr outer sill by rear axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded osr inner/outer sill by rear axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

coil spring broken nsf (2.4.C.1a)

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

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim osf outer edge (4.2.A.1a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nsf floor by lower arm rear mounting (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osf outer sill and floor by lower arm rear mounting (2.4.A.3)

dry antifreeze around water housing rear engine

Pass 5 Oct 2016 62,387 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing osf lower wishbone bushes deteriorating (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 62,364 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings MARKED (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE DETERIORATED

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 57,067 miles

N/S/R tyre slightly cracking

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 57,067 miles

N/S/R tyre slightly cracking

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 51,600 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 45,454 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 79,074 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 79,074 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 31,586 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 25,239 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 17,124 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 YJL is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YJL, 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 YJL registered?

MA06 YJL is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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