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DA09 DHZ

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,486 mi
Last recorded64,486 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 DHZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 64,486 miles

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

Front and rear subframe covered with under seal

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

Fail 27 Feb 2026 64,486 miles

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

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

Front and rear subframe covered with under seal

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

Pass 11 Aug 2025 61,021 miles

Clutch pedal insecure

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

Fail 8 Aug 2025 60,985 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Clutch pedal insecure

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 56,135 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front shocker top mount worn

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

clutch pedal loose

Pass 21 Jul 2023 55,257 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

gearbox mount defective

offside and nearside front top shock absorber bearings tight

Pass 15 Aug 2022 54,326 miles

Front Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber bearing tight

Fail 11 Aug 2022 54,326 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))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber bearing tight

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 53,404 miles

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

Rear axle corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2021 53,404 miles

Emissions not tested due to condition of exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2020 52,063 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 49,694 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 45,028 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 45,028 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2017 40,254 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 36,966 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 30,680 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 24,784 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 20,174 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 17,193 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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DA09 DHZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Green 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 DA09 DHZ, 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 DA09 DHZ registered?

DA09 DHZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 June 2009.

Is DA09 DHZ safe to buy?

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