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MV56 WLX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,992 mi
Last recorded38,992 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 WLX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 38,992 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 34,245 miles

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

corrosion to both rear inner wings and underside in places

Fail 21 Aug 2019 34,222 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

corrosion to both rear inner wings and underside in places

Pass 16 Aug 2018 32,465 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 29,568 miles

Nearside Rear wheel rim damaged slightly

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 29,568 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel rim damaged slightly

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 28,347 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 26,049 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 23,273 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 20,451 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 18,383 miles

all tyre sidewalls perished slightly

Pass 23 Aug 2011 15,364 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,988 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 10,430 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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MV56 WLX 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 85.7%.

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 MV56 WLX, 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 MV56 WLX registered?

MV56 WLX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is MV56 WLX safe to buy?

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