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BG09 ZVF

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,569 mi
Last recorded54,569 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 ZVF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 54,569 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 53,439 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded from bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 53,439 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded from bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 50,788 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 50,786 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 49,779 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 49,405 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 47,451 miles

Exhaust clamp missing but exhaust still secure

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2018 46,073 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 44,553 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,855 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 41,186 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 33,725 miles

rear exhaust corroded condition

Pass 17 Feb 2014 26,424 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 19,312 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 12,644 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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BG09 ZVF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG09 ZVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG09 ZVF registered?

BG09 ZVF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2009.

Is BG09 ZVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 ZVF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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