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BT09 HXX

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

68,507 mi
Last recorded68,507 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT09 HXX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 68,507 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear's corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened have a lip of corrosion on top of disc faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges, inner edge worn into 2nd phase of rubber (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges, inner edge worn into 2nd phase of rubber (5.2.3 (e))

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

back box outer skin corroded and peeling away

Fail 20 May 2025 68,507 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both rear's corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened have a lip of corrosion on top of disc faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges, inner edge worn into 2nd phase of rubber (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges, inner edge worn into 2nd phase of rubber (5.2.3 (e))

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

back box outer skin corroded and peeling away

Pass 21 May 2024 62,898 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 May 2024 62,897 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2023 56,997 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 May 2022 44,101 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Fail 18 May 2022 44,101 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 24 May 2021 35,665 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 35,665 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 34,564 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust back box heavily corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2020 34,564 miles

Emissions not tested too much smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust back box heavily corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,465 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Rear exhaust silencer outer cover corroded.

Pass 3 Aug 2018 30,466 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2017 27,433 miles

Nearside Inner C.V gaiter is slightly misted.

Rear exhaust outer skin is corroded.

Pass 26 Aug 2016 24,416 miles

exhaust back box corroded

minor cracks in both rear tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2015 21,120 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 17,704 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 14,229 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 10,647 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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BT09 HXX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BT09 HXX, 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 BT09 HXX registered?

BT09 HXX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is BT09 HXX safe to buy?

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