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NC55 YXP

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,748 mi
Last recorded63,748 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2024 63,748 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2023 61,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 58,600 miles

Front Outer sills showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing has accident damage(dented) and wheel arch trim loose

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner wheel arch where brake flexi hose/brake pipe fixes to inner arch showing signs of corrosion (still secured in place)

Rear Inner wheel arches corroded

Rear inner and outer sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Jan 2021 56,162 miles

Front suspention arms rear bushes perishing/splitting

front outer sills showing signs of corrosion

rear inner and outer sills showing signs of corrosion

rear inner wheel arches corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2020 55,312 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 54,480 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 54,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 53,119 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 53,119 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 51,598 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 501,142 miles

lower engine mount splitting

Pass 13 Jan 2015 47,959 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jan 2014 44,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 44,151 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 39,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

rear tyres sidewall cracking

Pass 11 Jan 2013 39,923 miles

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

rear tyres sidewall cracking

Pass 17 Jan 2012 34,807 miles

front suspension arm bushes worn

Pass 13 Jan 2011 28,689 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 25,035 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 25,035 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 21,604 miles

o/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge. n/s/f tyre slight wear

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 YXP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 NC55 YXP, 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 NC55 YXP registered?

NC55 YXP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 February 2006.

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