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CE09 VLK

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

106,445 mi
Last recorded106,445 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 VLK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 106,445 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

REAR BEAM AXLE HAS SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 21 Feb 2025 105,164 miles

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

Offside Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 100,715 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 100,705 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ns front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 95,408 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe bracket rusting away but not insecure at time of test.

Nearside Rear tyre getting low

Fail 13 Mar 2023 95,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

D/SHAFT seal damp

Nearside Rear brake pipe bracket rusting away but not insecure at time of test.

Nearside Rear tyre getting low

Pass 17 Jun 2022 93,912 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 93,912 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 88,142 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 88,142 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 85,742 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 81,577 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front strut top mount under bonnet corroded

Fail 5 Jun 2019 81,577 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65/14 flat spot (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front strut top mount under bonnet corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 77,349 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2018 77,349 miles

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

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 73,230 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 65,551 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 53,611 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 37,265 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 31,678 miles

rear exhaust box rusting

Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,535 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 24,535 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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CE09 VLK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 CE09 VLK, 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 CE09 VLK registered?

CE09 VLK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is CE09 VLK safe to buy?

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