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BU09 UFT

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,734 mi
Last recorded34,734 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UFT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 34,734 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 34,728 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2025 32,709 miles

Front strut top caps corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2024 31,313 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 28,987 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 28,963 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 27,342 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 1 Feb 2022 27,342 miles

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2021 26,330 miles

rear suspension beam corroded

Fail 4 Feb 2021 26,325 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front inner rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear suspension beam corroded

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 24,882 miles

Rear axle corroded

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2019 22,910 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 22,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 20,401 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 18,168 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 16,794 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 14,464 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 14,464 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,551 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 9,254 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 Apr 2012 7,004 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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BU09 UFT is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BU09 UFT, 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 BU09 UFT registered?

BU09 UFT is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is BU09 UFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UFT shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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