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CE59 WBM

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,512 mi
Last recorded17,512 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE59 WBM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 17,512 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 16,770 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2024 16,770 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 16,119 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

middle to rear exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2022 15,430 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 15,430 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 14,617 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 14,617 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 13,791 miles

middle to rear exhaust corroded

surface corrosion on rear coil springs and rear axle

Fail 4 Sep 2020 13,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

middle to rear exhaust corroded

surface corrosion on rear coil springs and rear axle

Pass 5 Aug 2019 12,868 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle, shock absorbers and coil springs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 11,899 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 11,899 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2017 10,984 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2017 10,984 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2016 10,205 miles

front pads near limit

n/s/f tyre side wall damaged and near limit

Pass 3 Aug 2015 9,390 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 8,216 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 7,515 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 6,810 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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CE59 WBM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CE59 WBM, 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 WBM registered?

CE59 WBM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is CE59 WBM safe to buy?

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