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AU09 GAO

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,341 mi
Last recorded100,341 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 GAO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 100,341 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front head lamp loose but not insecure

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))

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

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

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

various minor body damaged

Pass 2 Jul 2018 89,407 miles

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

Minor oil leak sump area

Nearside Front Headlamp loose but not insecure

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Various minor damage to body work

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 73,643 miles

BOTH front tyres worn inner edges

Nearside Front headlamp loose but not insecure

Nearside Front wing and bumper damaged but no sharp edges

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 62,018 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' has stonechip (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2015 50,544 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

rear silencer corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2015 50,544 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2013 32,074 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

offside front brake pads getting low?

offside front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 9 Oct 2012 17,074 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 14,898 miles

Nearside 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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AU09 GAO is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AU09 GAO, 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 AU09 GAO registered?

AU09 GAO is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is AU09 GAO safe to buy?

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