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BV59 YWY

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,297 mi
Last recorded28,297 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 28,297 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear rear silencer poor condition

Pass 22 Aug 2025 28,049 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 27,851 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 27,848 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 27,665 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 27,665 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 27,502 miles

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

rear silencer coroded

Pass 23 Aug 2021 27,305 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 27,093 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2019 26,304 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 24,405 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 24,405 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 22,764 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2016 20,821 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 16,484 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 13,582 miles

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

brake pipes covered

Pass 30 Aug 2013 11,440 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 9,429 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 YWY is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV59 YWY, 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

How do I check the history of BV59 YWY?

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What year was BV59 YWY registered?

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

Is BV59 YWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 YWY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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