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NC56 OSP

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,256 mi
Last recorded73,256 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC56 OSP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 73,256 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Oct 2016 73,253 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working nearside and offside (1.1.C.1d)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

engine managment light illuminated

Pass 21 Dec 2015 66,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 66,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 50,012 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 50,012 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 44,726 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 38,993 miles

both front brake discs are slightly worn

fuel filter is corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2011 33,270 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 27,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Dec 2010 27,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 20,797 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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NC56 OSP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC56 OSP, 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 NC56 OSP registered?

NC56 OSP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is NC56 OSP safe to buy?

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