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MX56 XDR

2006 Ford Ka

Orange Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,769 mi
Last recorded50,769 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 XDR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2020 50,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2020 50,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake hose (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 46,850 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 46,487 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill / inner end cap area behind axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush separated from center (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 44,447 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing / chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 38,031 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 37,227 miles

Corrosion to the front subframe mounts

Corrosion to the inner and outer sills

Damage to the n/s door and rear wing

Fail 7 Oct 2015 37,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

All the tyres are perishing badly

Corrosion to the front subframe mounts

Corrosion to the inner and outer sills

Damage to the n/s door and rear wing

Damage to the n/s/f wheel

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 35,339 miles

all four tyres cracking on outer edges

Fail 31 Oct 2014 35,339 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all four tyres cracking on outer edges

Pass 28 May 2013 30,404 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 23,822 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,628 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 14,087 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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MX56 XDR is a 2006 Ford Ka in Orange with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MX56 XDR, 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 MX56 XDR registered?

MX56 XDR is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is MX56 XDR safe to buy?

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