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CE59 VXB

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,312 mi
Last recorded112,312 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE59 VXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 112,312 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2023 112,311 miles

Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 109,536 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 4 Aug 2022 109,536 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 23 Oct 2021 102,778 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 22 Oct 2021 102,778 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 94,829 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 94,099 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 94,098 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2019 93,943 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 83,551 miles

Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam rear bushes worn (2.5.A.1a)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot top mounts badly corroded (2.7.4)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 8 Feb 2017 13,900 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 62,452 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2015 52,257 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 41,750 miles

Rear exhaust silencer slightly perished

Pass 22 Feb 2013 32,647 miles

slight corrossion rear exhaust outer casing

Pass 10 Sep 2012 28,389 miles

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

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

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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CE59 VXB is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 CE59 VXB, 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 CE59 VXB registered?

CE59 VXB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2009.

Is CE59 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE59 VXB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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