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AK09 SZU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,671 mi
Last recorded70,671 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 SZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 70,671 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2026 70,671 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle insecure such that functionality is affected spring cup rotted away (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle insecure such that functionality is affected spring cup rotted away (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 109,553 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 64,828 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 61,186 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 57,922 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 55,436 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 52,655 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 49,631 miles

exaust corroded

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2017 46,386 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 43,038 miles

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

both rear coil springs corroded

rear exaust box corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2015 39,639 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear exaust box corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2014 35,868 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,493 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 28,826 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 24,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear exhaust bsection corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2012 24,880 miles

Rear exhaust bsection corroded

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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AK09 SZU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AK09 SZU, 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

How do I check the history of AK09 SZU?

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What year was AK09 SZU registered?

AK09 SZU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AK09 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 SZU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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