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CK59 LZS

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,855 mi
Last recorded41,855 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK59 LZS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 41,855 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2026 41,854 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 30,469 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2025 30,469 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 20,784 miles

Rear exhaust box tatty but not blowing

Fail 18 Mar 2024 20,784 miles

Emissions unable to be completed cooling fan not working (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Rear exhaust box tatty but not blowing

Pass 26 Jun 2023 20,660 miles

Front Coolant leak bottom corners of radiator damp and covered in pink powder (dried coolant ()

Pass 21 Jun 2022 20,350 miles

pink powder collecting at bottom of radiator suggesting a very small coolant leak

Fail 21 Jun 2022 20,350 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap will not set to a locked position (not held in at all) (6.1.3 (b) (i))

pink powder collecting at bottom of radiator suggesting a very small coolant leak

Pass 2 Jul 2021 20,087 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 19,850 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 19,533 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 18,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 18,225 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 17,591 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 17,583 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 16,840 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 15,993 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 15,049 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 12,701 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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CK59 LZS is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CK59 LZS, 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 CK59 LZS registered?

CK59 LZS is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is CK59 LZS safe to buy?

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