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DG59 SZW

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,987 mi
Last recorded79,987 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 SZW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 79,987 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 74,024 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 69,580 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor cracking date stamp 2014 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 66,464 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 62,024 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 62,024 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 58,262 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ADVISE upper bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 57,409 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 57,407 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 53,324 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2018 53,324 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 50,451 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 48,430 miles

light cracking on both front tyres

water in fuel light on dash

Pass 26 Oct 2015 46,424 miles

Offside Rear Tyre badly cracked on inner and outer side walls

Rear wiper worn

corrosion to exhaust back box outer skin

small cut to n/s/f tyre side wall (no cords)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 46,422 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre badly cracked on inner and outer side walls

Rear wiper worn

corrosion on sump and sump leaking tru corrosion

corrosion to exhaust back box outer skin

small cut to n/s/f tyre side wall (no cords)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 44,227 miles

corrosion to exhaust

Pass 29 Oct 2013 41,992 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 39,032 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 SZW is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DG59 SZW, 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 SZW registered?

DG59 SZW is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is DG59 SZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 SZW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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