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OE56 KXD

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,402 mi
Last recorded63,402 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 KXD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 63,402 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 61,873 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 59,038 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 59,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 52,096 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 47,027 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 39,997 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 39,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 32,343 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 27,914 miles

Front brake discs poor condition

Fail 11 Aug 2017 27,914 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Front brake discs poor condition

Pass 12 Aug 2016 23,750 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 23,750 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 19,760 miles

REAR NO PLATE DAMAGED

Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,085 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 14,436 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 13,174 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 10,811 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Dec 2010 8,729 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2009 6,370 miles

o/s/r seat has a child seat fitted unable to test seatbelt

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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OE56 KXD is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OE56 KXD, 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 OE56 KXD registered?

OE56 KXD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2006.

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