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B3 AVE

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,378 mi
Last recorded29,378 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 AVE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 29,378 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 28,235 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 27,508 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 27,508 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 26,831 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 26,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper shocker washer and nut corroded.

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

Fail 20 Jun 2022 26,132 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper shocker washer and nut corroded.

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 25,544 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 25,078 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 24,524 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 24,132 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 23,772 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 23,069 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 21,848 miles

rear exhaust box poorly fitted and knocks over bumps

slight binding on rear wheels

Pass 29 Apr 2014 20,226 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 25 Apr 2013 18,398 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 16,964 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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B3 AVE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 B3 AVE, 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 B3 AVE registered?

B3 AVE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is B3 AVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 AVE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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