CarVerify

Free Car Check

BJ59 BYN

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,931 mi
Last recorded30,931 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 BYN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 30,931 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 26,869 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 25,845 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 23,864 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 23,236 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 23,235 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 23,213 miles

Clutch fluid reservoir insecure.

Fail 3 Dec 2020 23,213 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively JUDDERING (3.4 (b) (ii))

Clutch fluid reservoir insecure.

Pass 30 May 2019 22,846 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 22,844 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 22,840 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 22,254 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 22,013 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 21,697 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 21,697 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 21,365 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 21,365 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine mangment light stays on

Pass 8 Jun 2013 20,458 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 20,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 May 2013 20,206 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,648 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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BJ59 BYN is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BJ59 BYN, 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

How do I check the history of BJ59 BYN?

You can check the full history of BJ59 BYN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BJ59 BYN registered?

BJ59 BYN is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BJ59 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 BYN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ59 BYN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BJ59 BYN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.