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BD59 MUB

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

115,897 mi
Last recorded115,897 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 MUB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 115,897 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 92,211 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 79,102 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 76,066 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 75,872 miles

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Light unit condensation

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 75,814 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 75,675 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 74,789 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 74,789 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 66,484 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Dec 2016 60,007 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 54,514 miles

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 1 Dec 2014 46,886 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 36,745 miles

exh back box corroeded not blowing

Pass 3 Dec 2012 26,973 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 MUB is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MUB, 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 MUB registered?

BD59 MUB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is BD59 MUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 MUB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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