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DE58 ZXS

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,474 mi
Last recorded71,474 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 ZXS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2020 71,474 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to brake discs (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill corroded & holed as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and inner wheel arch corroded and holed as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill corroded & holed as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside rear inner wheel arch is under sealed

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 63,579 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2019 63,572 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 56,854 miles

Front both tyres worn in inner edge

Fail 1 May 2018 56,854 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Front both tyres worn in inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2017 50,691 miles

Rear vehicle heavily under sealed.

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring obscuring full view of inspection.

under vehicle slightly corroded.

Fail 3 Apr 2017 50,674 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded fuel filler neck area holed (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 48,837 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 48,832 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 43,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 37,063 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 29,546 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 22,456 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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DE58 ZXS is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 DE58 ZXS, 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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What year was DE58 ZXS registered?

DE58 ZXS is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 January 2009.

Is DE58 ZXS safe to buy?

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