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AD09 ECX

2009 Ford Ka

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,040 mi
Last recorded108,040 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 ECX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 108,040 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2026 108,040 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 99,996 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 95,738 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside/Nearside front lower arm rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 95,738 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside/Nearside front lower arm rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 93,505 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 90,508 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 88,363 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 88,363 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 83,609 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 83,609 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 72,396 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 57,164 miles

corrosion to rear silencer

slight corrosion to front brake discs

Fail 7 Jun 2018 57,164 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 41,466 miles

Front Both Fog light units inside slightly corroded

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both slightly lipped & corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Bumper slightly damage

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Front & Rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 35,775 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 May 2016 35,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,471 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 31,092 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 24,960 miles

front wiperblades split

Pass 28 May 2012 22,920 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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AD09 ECX is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AD09 ECX, 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.

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What year was AD09 ECX registered?

AD09 ECX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is AD09 ECX safe to buy?

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