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DS09 GLF

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,174 mi
Last recorded42,174 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 GLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 42,174 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 42,174 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 37,945 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre and cracked ()

Pass 4 Dec 2023 34,631 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 31,277 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 27,379 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 24,250 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 24,250 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 17,431 miles

Both rear shock absorbers have corrosion on outer casing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm - Worn on edges & perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - Wearing on edges & perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 11,336 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 11,189 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 11,189 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 9,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 5 Aug 2014 8,593 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 7,239 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 5,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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DS09 GLF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DS09 GLF, 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

How do I check the history of DS09 GLF?

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What year was DS09 GLF registered?

DS09 GLF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is DS09 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 GLF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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