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AY59 YCV

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,976 mi
Last recorded98,976 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 YCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 98,976 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 98,976 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 93,495 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 86,669 miles

Tail box is corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2015 78,299 miles

Exhaust system and mounting brackets are deteriorated

Pass 22 Aug 2014 67,665 miles

Backbox outer skin deteriorated

Front exhaust braken broken but system is still secure

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 56,514 miles

rear silencer casing split and rusty

Fail 20 Aug 2012 46,186 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust back box corroded and fixing brackets rusty. aligment poor

oil level low

Pass 20 Aug 2012 46,186 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust back box corroded and fixing brackets rusty. aligment poor

oil level low

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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AY59 YCV is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AY59 YCV, 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 AY59 YCV registered?

AY59 YCV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is AY59 YCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 YCV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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