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BW09 JBW

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,672 mi
Last recorded16,672 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW09 JBW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 16,672 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 15,563 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 15,563 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 15,007 miles

Front Wiper blades judder

Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin corroding

Pass 21 Mar 2023 14,777 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 21 Mar 2022 14,450 miles

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2021 14,013 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 13,724 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,826 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 11,883 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 10,999 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 10,013 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 8,607 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 7,232 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 6,071 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 4,417 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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BW09 JBW is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BW09 JBW, 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 BW09 JBW registered?

BW09 JBW is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is BW09 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW09 JBW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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