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BV59 WYK

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,597 mi
Last recorded83,597 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 WYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 83,597 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 78,730 miles

Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Both rear (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2024 78,729 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Both rear (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2023 74,895 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle corroded with 30cm of mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle slightly corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2023 74,891 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear axle slightly corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2022 71,295 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 68,441 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 65,031 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 62,381 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 59,367 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2018 59,367 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 55,947 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2017 55,947 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 51,646 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 51,646 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 44,823 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 44,823 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 44,059 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear exhuast slight leak of exhaust gases and box corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2013 31,024 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 24,052 miles

slight exhaust blow on rear

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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BV59 WYK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver 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 BV59 WYK, 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 BV59 WYK registered?

BV59 WYK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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