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BV59 XDK

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,563 mi
Last recorded59,563 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 XDK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 59,563 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2026 59,563 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 54,189 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 54,159 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 46,234 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2024 46,220 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2023 41,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside rear suspension bump stop detached

Pass 7 Apr 2022 40,529 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 40,529 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 38,021 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 33,506 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 31,729 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 29,612 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 27,397 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 24,905 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,457 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 22,602 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 19,808 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 19,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 15,156 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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BV59 XDK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XDK, 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 XDK registered?

BV59 XDK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BV59 XDK safe to buy?

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