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BU09 UGT

2010 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,679 mi
Last recorded131,679 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Ford Ka49,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UGT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 131,679 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 123,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2024 123,450 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 120,580 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 113,583 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Dec 2021 112,525 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 112,525 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 106,146 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 99,323 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 90,148 miles

Offside Rear hand brake very low reading to o/s

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 76,421 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 64,428 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 60,560 miles

Both rear bump stops broken

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

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

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 10 Mar 2015 54,118 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 54,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 47,613 miles

engine oil leak from oil filter

handbrake travel

heat cover around rear exhaust box rusting away

o/s/f washer jet needs adjusting

rear wiper blade split

Pass 16 May 2013 41,080 miles

handbrake becoming high

Fail 16 May 2013 41,073 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake becoming high

Pass 18 May 2012 31,697 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

clutch pedal loose

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 UGT is a 2010 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2010 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 49,974 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 BU09 UGT, 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 16 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 UGT registered?

BU09 UGT is a 2010 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 January 2010.

Is BU09 UGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UGT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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