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CA09 MKE

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,702 mi
Last recorded97,702 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 MKE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 97,702 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 96,600 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 94,509 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 92,367 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 86,924 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2021 82,158 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2020 76,912 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 71,237 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including springs and axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear registration plate cracked

Fail 29 Apr 2019 71,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including springs and axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear registration plate cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2018 64,707 miles

Rear number plate cracked but still readable

Pass 12 May 2017 58,428 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 12 May 2017 58,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2016 55,949 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 55,949 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on not working (8.2.1b)

rear subframe slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2015 53,661 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 52,895 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 45,680 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 37,620 miles

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge

rear exhaust box deteriorated

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 MKE 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 CA09 MKE, 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 MKE registered?

CA09 MKE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is CA09 MKE safe to buy?

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