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CA09 LVG

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

122,316 mi
Last recorded122,316 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 LVG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 122,316 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 122,316 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 99,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.45 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 99,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.45 (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 80,867 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 76,949 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear beam (2.4.A.3)

exhaust corroded

near side front tyre worn on edge

Fail 21 Jul 2016 76,787 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust corroded and deteriorated

Fail 22 Jul 2015 71,526 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 71,526 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 58,235 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 58,197 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 51,468 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 41,169 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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CA09 LVG is a 2009 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 CA09 LVG, 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 CA09 LVG registered?

CA09 LVG is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is CA09 LVG safe to buy?

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