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BV09 MHF

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

75,251 mi
Last recorded75,251 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 MHF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 75,251 miles

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle beam (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front + rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 70,269 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 65,123 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 62,323 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 59,436 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 55,396 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 55,396 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 43,074 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Front tyre bald outer edge

Pass 19 May 2018 38,652 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 36,696 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear exhaust support rubber split

rear wiper blade split

Pass 21 May 2016 35,194 miles

child seat fitted

offside front wiper blade split

Pass 21 May 2015 33,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2014 30,599 miles

offside front brake binding

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 11 May 2013 25,782 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 19,464 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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BV09 MHF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BV09 MHF, 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 BV09 MHF registered?

BV09 MHF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 June 2009.

Is BV09 MHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 MHF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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