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BJ09 WME

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,171 mi
Last recorded72,171 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 WME
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 72,171 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 70,615 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 68,394 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 65,148 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 65,148 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 62,028 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 58,933 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 56,448 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 52,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 48,369 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 48,369 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 44,050 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 40,459 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 36,440 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 34,548 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2013 28,443 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 22,657 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 22,657 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 WME is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ09 WME, 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 WME registered?

BJ09 WME is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is BJ09 WME safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ09 WME shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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