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DK09 WBL

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

34,983 mi
Last recorded34,983 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 WBL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 34,983 miles

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

Nearside Rear hand brake cable mount defective

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

Fail 16 Oct 2025 34,974 miles

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

Rear Emissions unable to be completed exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear hand brake cable mount defective

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 31,462 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 28,250 miles

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

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2023 28,250 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Handbrake has excessive travel, would require adjustment or repair, legal requirement of %16 only just met

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2022 25,049 miles

Coil spring corroded x2 Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 Rear (5.2.3 (e))

x2 Rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2021 21,131 miles

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

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 axle corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2021 21,131 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2020 20,906 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2020 20,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 15,132 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 15,132 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine oil level low

Pass 19 Jul 2018 6,638 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 6,113 miles

coil spring corroded x2 rear (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust back box rotten

Pass 10 Feb 2016 4,920 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 3,210 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 1,517 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 1,230 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 1,136 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 WBL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WBL, 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 DK09 WBL registered?

DK09 WBL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is DK09 WBL safe to buy?

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