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P606 VDG

1996 Ford K

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,043 mi
Last recorded87,043 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2009
Typical for 1996 Ford K77,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP606 VDG
MakeFord
ModelK
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2009 87,043 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2009 87,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2009 87,030 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 81,574 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 77,273 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 77,273 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Ford K?

Based on 5,308 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,071
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 562
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 517
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 405
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 333
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 300
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P606 VDG is a 1996 Ford K in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Ford K models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.0% with a typical mileage of 77,273 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 K fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P606 VDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford K typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Ford K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P606 VDG registered?

P606 VDG is a 1996 Ford K, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is P606 VDG safe to buy?

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