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BV59 YYR

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

24,832 mi
Last recorded24,832 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 24,832 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 24,832 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 23,444 miles

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2023 23,444 miles

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

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2022 22,340 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 22,340 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 21,417 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2021 21,417 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 20,313 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 18,563 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 16,823 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 16,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,105 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 13,453 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 11,572 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,040 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 10,040 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 8,860 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 7,602 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 YYR is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YYR, 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 YYR?

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What year was BV59 YYR registered?

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

Is BV59 YYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 YYR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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