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AM58 ZXL

2009 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

88,871 mi
Last recorded88,871 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM58 ZXL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 88,871 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 88,871 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 81,806 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 81,794 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 73,489 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 73,444 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 58,776 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 58,776 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 47,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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 ZXL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AM58 ZXL, 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 AM58 ZXL registered?

AM58 ZXL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 January 2009.

Is AM58 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM58 ZXL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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