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AU59 VBK

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,201 mi
Last recorded79,201 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 VBK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 79,201 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 70,416 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 59,302 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 48,400 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 46,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged mis-shapen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 44,246 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 40,458 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,119 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 33,958 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 30,686 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 30,686 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 27,947 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 24,610 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 20,171 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

exhaust rear silencer outer skin !!!

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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AU59 VBK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AU59 VBK, 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 AU59 VBK registered?

AU59 VBK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is AU59 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 VBK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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