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AK09 SZW

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

67,715 mi
Last recorded67,715 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 SZW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 67,715 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2021 64,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2021 64,218 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2020 62,441 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2019 60,684 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2019 60,684 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2018 93,278 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 93,278 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 88,148 miles

Rear exhaust box rusting bad

Fail 14 Aug 2017 88,098 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear exhaust box rusting bad

Pass 26 Aug 2016 50,197 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2015 45,319 miles

Rear exhaust box is corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2015 45,296 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users inner reflective unit has detached from adjusters and is insecure (1.8.A.1a)

Rear exhaust box is corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2014 40,732 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s front tyre cut on outer wall

rear exhaust box rusting bad

Pass 27 Aug 2013 35,286 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 32,802 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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AK09 SZW is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AK09 SZW, 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 AK09 SZW registered?

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

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