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DN59 OUO

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,238 mi
Last recorded71,238 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 OUO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 71,238 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 68,577 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2025 68,565 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 62,294 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 61,931 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear hand brake cable mount broken

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 52,057 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 46,260 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 46,254 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2021 40,961 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 40,955 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 36,790 miles

Rear Tyre(s) slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

Fail 15 Aug 2020 36,790 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

Pass 15 Nov 2019 34,726 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 27 Nov 2018 31,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50x15v (5.2.3 (e))

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

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 27 Nov 2017 26,497 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked but no cords at time of test

Offside Rear tyre cracked but no cords at time of test

Pass 16 Jan 2017 21,846 miles

Both rear tyres cracked but not showing cords at time of test

Fail 5 Jan 2017 21,810 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres cracked but not showing cords at time of test

Pass 18 Jan 2016 16,722 miles

Offside Rear Tyre starting to crack on outer sidewall (195/50/15)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 13,548 miles

Both front suspension top mounts corroded

Both front tyres 2mm of tread on inner edges (195/50/15)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/s wiper blade smearing slightly

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 10,702 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 8,073 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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DN59 OUO is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DN59 OUO, 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 DN59 OUO registered?

DN59 OUO is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is DN59 OUO safe to buy?

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