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MF56 NMA

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 NMA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018
Fail 7 Sep 2018

Front Brake hose excessively twisted both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2017 49,904 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 49,904 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 47,188 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

clutch noisey when operated

o/s/r tyre excessively perished

Fail 3 Sep 2016 47,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

clutch noisey when operated

o/s/r tyre excessively perished

Pass 7 Sep 2015 43,865 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 43,864 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 41,023 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 36,059 miles

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has slight wear present indicated by lift within the strut assembly

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that luggage not ordinarily used with the vehicle must be removed from the boot/vehicle prior to presenting your vehicle to a Test Station

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded is at 25%,indicating that service is due

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that stickers within the windscreen swept area must not be fitted unless along the bonnet line area,where they will not affect the view of the road

NOTES TAKEN AT THE TIME OF RETEST

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 24 Aug 2013 36,059 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has slight wear present indicated by lift within the strut assembly

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that luggage not ordinarily used with the vehicle must be removed from the boot/vehicle prior to presenting your vehicle to a Test Station

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that stickers within the windscreen swept area must not be fitted unless along the bonnet line area,where they will not affect the view of the road

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 16 Aug 2012 31,307 miles

(2d)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency instructions are that we must refuse your vehicle an mot test when you leave personal effects in your vehicle that are not required for the use of it on the road,therefore

(3.6G.2b)The brake reservoir fluid level is at the minimum recommend by the vehicle manufacturer and requires topping up.

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes are at 24:16%,which indicates they are ready for service

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

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

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

please remove all personal effects from the boot/vehicle in future before tkaing your vehicle for an mot test

Pass 16 Aug 2012 31,307 miles

(2d)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency instructions are that we must refuse your vehicle an mot test when you leave personal effects in your vehicle that are not required for the use of it on the road,therefore

(3.6G.2b)The brake reservoir fluid level is at the minimum recommend by the vehicle manufacturer and requires topping up.

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes are at 24:16%,which indicates they are ready for service

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

please remove all personal effects from the boot/vehicle in future before tkaing your vehicle for an mot test

Pass 22 Aug 2011 26,938 miles

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has slight lift present,indicating slight wear

(2.4G.3)The nearside front suspension arm (rear) bush bonding material is slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.3)The offside front suspension arm (rear) bush bonding material is slightly deteriorated

(2d)Items left within the boot/vehicle should be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a mot test station

(3.6G.2b)The brake reservoir fluid level is at the minimum recommended by the vehicle manufacturer

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

Fail 22 Aug 2011 26,938 miles

(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension top mounting has slight lift present,indicating slight wear

(2.4G.3)The nearside front suspension arm (rear) bush bonding material is slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.3)The offside front suspension arm (rear) bush bonding material is slightly deteriorated

(2d)Items left within the boot/vehicle should be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a mot test station

(3.6G.2b)The brake reservoir fluid level is at the minimum recommended by the vehicle manufacturer

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

Pass 14 Aug 2010 21,556 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 16,286 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 NMA is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 NMA, 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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MF56 NMA is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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