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MT56 HLJ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,274 mi
Last recorded98,274 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 HLJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 98,274 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 98,274 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 69,141 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 66,044 miles

fuel filter corroding

Fail 22 Feb 2016 66,044 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 60,302 miles

both rear inner wheel rims damaged

o/s/r tyre slightly missaped

play o/s/f steering rack end

Pass 28 Feb 2014 54,032 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 54,032 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 49,204 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 49,204 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 41,059 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 41,059 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 32,096 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 32,096 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 23,513 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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MT56 HLJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MT56 HLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MT56 HLJ registered?

MT56 HLJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is MT56 HLJ safe to buy?

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