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OU56 XFP

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,443 mi
Last recorded81,443 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU56 XFP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 81,443 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts and both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under floor both outer sills to back (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Body not fully secure petrol flap pannel (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 79,185 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear half (1.1.11 (c))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all under body including both outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear petrol flap coroded

Pass 12 Oct 2020 63,347 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area drain hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underseal applied to underneath vehicle

Fail 12 Oct 2020 63,347 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area drain hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underseal applied to underneath vehicle

Pass 18 Oct 2019 60,721 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 60,721 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 57,228 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 52,068 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 47,361 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 47,360 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively worn. (9.2.5d)

Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Oct 2015 43,886 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 40,457 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 40,449 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,778 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 32,958 miles

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

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

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

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

all tyres perished and worn on inner esge.

Pass 18 Oct 2011 27,755 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 22,319 miles

All four tyres show signs of perishing/cracking

Pass 10 Sep 2009 16,040 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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OU56 XFP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OU56 XFP, 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 OU56 XFP registered?

OU56 XFP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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