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BJ09 BVU

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

103,278 mi
Last recorded103,278 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 BVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 103,278 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear rear axle corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2021 98,249 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 98,232 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 92,383 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 84,261 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Pass 18 Apr 2018 72,084 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 13 Apr 2017 100,239 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 100,239 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 53,377 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2016 53,377 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 46,738 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear 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 4 Apr 2014 38,583 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 38,574 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 29,853 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 29,851 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 20,321 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 20,321 miles

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

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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BJ09 BVU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ09 BVU, 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 BJ09 BVU registered?

BJ09 BVU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 April 2009.

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