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BN59 MLO

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,138 mi
Last recorded122,138 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 MLO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 122,138 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 114,780 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possible blow from manifold on start up (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 114,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possible blow from manifold on start up (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 106,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4-5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer cable split (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 101,068 miles

Bonnet stay broken

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Coil spring corroded Both coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPS OUTSIDE ZONE A (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips inside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

minor scuff to f/o/s lower bumper

Fail 5 Sep 2018 101,068 miles

Bonnet stay broken

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Coil spring corroded Both coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPS OUTSIDE ZONE A (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips inside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

minor scuff to f/o/s lower bumper

Pass 6 Sep 2017 91,527 miles

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Sep 2017 91,527 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp corroded away (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush n/s and o/s (2.7.4)

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 77,276 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2016 76,754 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front bonnet stay broken

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded n/s and o/s cleaned and greased (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2015 65,035 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 51,893 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 37,310 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,516 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 22,506 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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BN59 MLO is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BN59 MLO, 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 BN59 MLO registered?

BN59 MLO is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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