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NU56 ZTX

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,745 mi
Last recorded55,745 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU56 ZTX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 55,745 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCS INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 55,745 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCS INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 50,306 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 45,238 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 42,561 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 39,601 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 36,740 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 32,638 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 22 Sep 2012 29,018 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

osf and both tyres tyres starting to crack

Pass 20 Sep 2011 25,321 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 20,449 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,114 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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NU56 ZTX is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NU56 ZTX, 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 NU56 ZTX registered?

NU56 ZTX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is NU56 ZTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU56 ZTX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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