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MW56 KLS

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,271 mi
Last recorded48,271 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW56 KLS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 48,271 miles

front tyres perishing on edges

Pass 31 May 2019 42,615 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 38,701 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 36,240 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

extensive under seal used

general under body corrosion

Pass 19 May 2016 33,018 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 29,738 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 29,738 miles

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

both front bottom arm rear bushes coming away from housing

Pass 7 Jul 2014 25,465 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 21,451 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 16,883 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 6,890 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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MW56 KLS is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MW56 KLS, 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 MW56 KLS registered?

MW56 KLS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is MW56 KLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW56 KLS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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