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BD59 EHW

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,599 mi
Last recorded28,599 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 EHW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 28,599 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 28,597 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 28,587 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive residue on sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 27,458 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 27,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 26,656 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 25,186 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 23,899 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 22,997 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 21,299 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Dec 2018 21,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 19,633 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 28,780 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 25,923 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 22,730 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 11,685 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 6,823 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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BD59 EHW 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 82.4%.

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 BD59 EHW, 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 BD59 EHW registered?

BD59 EHW is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is BD59 EHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 EHW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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