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DB09 RLB

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

104,882 mi
Last recorded104,882 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB09 RLB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 104,882 miles

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2-3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 100,447 miles

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

Offside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rears (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 11 Mar 2025 100,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 94,582 miles

Nearside Front Inner slight leak from inner drive shaft

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 88,321 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 80,347 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 70,655 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 66,150 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 60,868 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 55,849 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 51,163 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 45,432 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 39,299 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 31,848 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)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 24,204 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,088 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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DB09 RLB is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DB09 RLB, 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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DB09 RLB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2009.

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