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BN59 NFX

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

72,000 mi
Last recorded72,000 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 NFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 72,000 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounts both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 71,981 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened on rear axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounts both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 64,797 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 58,172 miles

Front exhaust flexy deteriorated

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Fail 21 Sep 2023 58,144 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Front exhaust flexy deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 51,470 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded on axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes both sides starting to deteriorate (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 2 Sep 2021 45,597 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 45,593 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 39,884 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 21 Sep 2019 30,751 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 22,213 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 20,382 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2016 17,622 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 15,625 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 25 Sep 2014 12,784 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 10,267 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 7,564 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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BN59 NFX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BN59 NFX, 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 BN59 NFX registered?

BN59 NFX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is BN59 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 NFX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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