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MF56 LYW

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,051 mi
Last recorded88,051 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 LYW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 88,051 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 88,051 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 74,454 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill and floor at front (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill at rear (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 74,453 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust mounting (7.1.1)

Fuel system component insecure fuel filter (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill and floor at front (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill at rear (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 59,640 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre stepping

exhaust corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2015 59,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre stepping

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2014 50,599 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 50,571 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 40,258 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 34,956 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,026 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 23,771 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 23,769 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 19,136 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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MF56 LYW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc 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 MF56 LYW, 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 MF56 LYW registered?

MF56 LYW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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