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AM58 NKL

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,503 mi
Last recorded93,503 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM58 NKL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 93,503 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 92,847 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 86,579 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 86,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 77,325 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear coil spring holder sign of repair covered with black substance

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

rear end corroded

tested in wet condition

Pass 9 May 2022 71,226 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn to 2mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 60,574 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 60,574 miles

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 56,610 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 48,516 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 38,818 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 37,473 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 28,901 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2015 24,125 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 19,846 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2013 14,559 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 13,096 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 9,737 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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AM58 NKL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AM58 NKL, 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 AM58 NKL registered?

AM58 NKL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2009.

Is AM58 NKL safe to buy?

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