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NC55 XTA

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,519 mi
Last recorded48,519 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 XTA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2021 48,519 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

floor and chassis areas showing signs of corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2020 46,817 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside sill weak

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 44,508 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Apr 2018 42,390 miles

floor and chassis areas showing signs of corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2017 40,354 miles

floor and chassis areas showing signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2016 38,053 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 36,446 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 34,677 miles

o/s/f inner wishbone bush showing signs of wear

Pass 8 Apr 2013 32,415 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2013 32,415 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 27,689 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 22,955 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 19,099 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 15,910 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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NC55 XTA is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue 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 NC55 XTA, 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 NC55 XTA registered?

NC55 XTA is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 January 2006.

Is NC55 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC55 XTA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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