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BK59 RVF

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,159 mi
Last recorded97,159 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 RVF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 97,159 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2025 97,155 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2024 89,954 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 85,506 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 78,384 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2023 78,384 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 71,523 miles

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

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

front number plate spacing slightly small

Pass 14 Dec 2020 67,541 miles

Coolant level low

Pass 6 Jan 2020 63,346 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 63,346 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 54,025 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 50,313 miles

both front wipers starting to smear slightly.

Fail 28 Dec 2017 50,313 miles

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

both front wipers starting to smear slightly.

Pass 21 Dec 2016 42,913 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 38,183 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 27,874 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 21,136 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 14,287 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 RVF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red 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 RVF, 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 RVF registered?

BK59 RVF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is BK59 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 RVF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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