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SB56 VTU

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

76,947 mi
Last recorded76,947 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 VTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 May 2019 76,947 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside seat backing not fully secured

Pass 4 Apr 2018 75,932 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2018 75,932 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2018 75,780 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch by fuel filler (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 72,330 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 72,327 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 68,784 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 68,737 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 65,710 miles

Both suspension top mounts have slight movement

Fuel filter corroded

Nearside front wheel rim slightly damaged and slight damage to tyre side wall

Offside rear tyre bad cracks! on side wall

Reverse switch on gearbox leaking oil!

Fail 31 Mar 2015 65,710 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Both suspension top mounts have slight movement

Fuel filter corroded

Nearside front wheel rim slightly damaged and slight damage to tyre side wall

Offside rear tyre bad cracks! on side wall

Reverse switch on gearbox leaking oil!

Pass 27 Feb 2014 63,807 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 27 Feb 2014 63,807 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,679 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 58,992 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,254 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 52,302 miles

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

coolant below minimum

nearide rear tyre cracked/perished

nearside of steering rack has play under gaitor. Possible track rod

Pass 19 Dec 2009 48,524 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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SB56 VTU is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,273 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 SB56 VTU, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SB56 VTU registered?

SB56 VTU is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 January 2007.

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