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DK09 TEV

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,997 mi
Last recorded77,997 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 TEV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2025 77,997 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring cup on rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge(185/60R14) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring cup on rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 75,574 miles

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

Rear advise rear beam axle heavily corroded

Fail 18 Dec 2024 75,574 miles

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

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

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

Rear advise rear beam axle heavily corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2023 67,874 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 67,770 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 57,529 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 49,311 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/60R14 97H 2.4mm, (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 49,311 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/60R14 97H 2.4mm, (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 43,188 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65R14 82T 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 43,188 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65R14 82T 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 38,292 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 30,078 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/60/14. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2017 25,948 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 25,948 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 23,762 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 20,724 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,473 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 16,446 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 27 Mar 2013 12,642 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 8,622 miles

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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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DK09 TEV is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DK09 TEV, 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 DK09 TEV registered?

DK09 TEV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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