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MT56 XSF

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

74,340 mi
Last recorded74,340 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 XSF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 74,340 miles

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

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

fuel filter adrift

slight play in rear axle bushes

Fail 18 Jan 2017 74,340 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

fuel filter adrift

slight play in rear axle bushes

Pass 27 Jan 2016 72,268 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2016 72,268 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 69,932 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 69,932 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 62,392 miles

Spare wheel damaged.

Fail 17 Dec 2013 62,378 miles

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

Spare wheel damaged.

Pass 18 Dec 2012 54,321 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 45,519 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 45,519 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 36,246 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 27,965 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 XSF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 XSF, 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 XSF registered?

MT56 XSF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is MT56 XSF safe to buy?

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