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ML56 TXM

2006 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

101,333 mi
Last recorded101,333 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 TXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2023 101,333 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central floor tosill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear rear body corroded

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 90,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant tank leaking no coolant

corroded at filler cap

Fail 3 Feb 2022 90,410 miles

Emissions not tested risk of damage to engine (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant tank leaking no coolant

corroded at filler cap

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 1 Feb 2021 80,176 miles

Central heatshield loose

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring top mount has slightly play

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 10 Feb 2020 73,412 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 73,322 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 68,533 miles

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 66,536 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 61,305 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 61,305 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 55,358 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2015 55,358 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 49,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 1 Oct 2013 44,085 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cracks in nearside rear tyre tread and sidewall

Pass 1 Oct 2013 44,085 miles

cracks in nearside rear tyre tread and sidewall

Pass 29 Sep 2012 38,453 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 32,574 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 26,652 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,031 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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ML56 TXM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 ML56 TXM, 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 ML56 TXM registered?

ML56 TXM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 October 2006.

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