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MT06 NZU

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 NZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017

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

scratching on windscreen

Fail 27 Apr 2017

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

scratching on windscreen

Pass 26 Apr 2016 71,900 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 71,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 May 2015 66,792 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 66,792 miles

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

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 63,978 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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 9 Jun 2014 63,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 55,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 55,881 miles

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

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 47,254 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2011 31,887 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 17,650 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2009 8,370 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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MT06 NZU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red 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 MT06 NZU, 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 MT06 NZU registered?

MT06 NZU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is MT06 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 NZU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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