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NL55 FWS

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

53,865 mi
Last recorded53,865 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 FWS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 53,865 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 53,865 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill and chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 49,031 miles

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

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

front number plate damaged

Fail 28 Jan 2016 49,030 miles

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

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

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

front number plate damaged

Pass 22 Jan 2015 43,919 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 43,914 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

wipers poor

Pass 30 Jan 2014 36,413 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 29,062 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

brake pedal spongy

Pass 27 Jan 2012 21,035 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 21,035 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 10,702 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 7,631 miles

front suspension arm bushes wearing o/s/f n/s/f

Fail 1 Apr 2010 7,631 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front suspension arm bushes wearing o/s/f n/s/f

Pass 22 Apr 2009 1,345 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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NL55 FWS 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 64.3%.

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 NL55 FWS, 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 NL55 FWS registered?

NL55 FWS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is NL55 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 FWS shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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