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817 VYC

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,228 mi
Last recorded55,228 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration817 VYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 55,228 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 54,356 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 53,497 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 51,973 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 49,063 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 47,289 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2020 47,289 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 44,588 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 41,048 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 37,795 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2017 37,795 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 33,236 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 28,850 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 24,035 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 19,387 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 14,660 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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817 VYC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,765 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 817 VYC, 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 17 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 817 VYC registered?

817 VYC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 June 2009.

Is 817 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 817 VYC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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