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BK59 OVU

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,693 mi
Last recorded50,693 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 OVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 50,693 miles

corrosion setting in at osr suspension arm

Fail 15 Aug 2026 50,693 miles

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

corrosion setting in at osr suspension arm

Pass 14 Aug 2025 49,615 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened All (1.1.15 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All Shock Absorbers Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 49,502 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose brake up around flex section (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rust under spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

windscreen damage on passage side

Pass 7 Jan 2023 40,192 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 38,834 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 38,834 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 38,488 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 38,478 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 34,053 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 34,053 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 31,665 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Off side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 28,654 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 25,964 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 22,643 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 19,211 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 15,023 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 11,374 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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BK59 OVU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK59 OVU, 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 BK59 OVU registered?

BK59 OVU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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