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ML56 XPM

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,675 mi
Last recorded79,675 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 XPM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 79,675 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 79,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 77,700 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 74,993 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 68,800 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 62,306 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 55,401 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

drivers wiper blade split

Pass 20 Nov 2013 53,030 miles

o/s/r tyre sidewall cracking

Fail 20 Nov 2013 53,030 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

o/s/r tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 16 Nov 2012 50,209 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to show signs of deteriation

Pass 11 Nov 2011 47,285 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,857 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 41,391 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 XPM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XPM, 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 XPM registered?

ML56 XPM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is ML56 XPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML56 XPM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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