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DK09 UPP

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,148 mi
Last recorded110,148 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 UPP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 110,148 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 104,764 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2024 104,760 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Wipers park position incorrect (3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 100,217 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 96,851 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 85,961 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 81,459 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 79,286 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 73,536 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 67,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 67,480 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 62,595 miles

EML illuminated

Pass 20 Feb 2016 59,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Feb 2016 59,510 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 54,910 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 47,048 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 37,159 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 30,577 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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DK09 UPP is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK09 UPP, 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 UPP registered?

DK09 UPP is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is DK09 UPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 UPP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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