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DG59 FVF

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,410 mi
Last recorded88,410 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 FVF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 88,410 miles

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

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

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

surface rust build up suspension components

Fail 16 Feb 2022 88,172 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 80,450 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 79,039 miles

Exhaust system rusted and flaking

Pass 30 Oct 2018 76,986 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 76,986 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake binding

Pass 28 Oct 2017 74,055 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 71,434 miles

Exhaust system rusting and flaking

Pass 24 Oct 2015 69,491 miles

Front brake pads low

Handbrake high

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Oct 2014 64,432 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 53,984 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 53,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight Lift N/S/F Strut

Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,609 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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DG59 FVF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG59 FVF, 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 DG59 FVF registered?

DG59 FVF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is DG59 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 FVF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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