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DS09 YVT

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

46,976 mi
Last recorded46,976 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 YVT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 46,976 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 38,755 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 38,701 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle beam slightly corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2023 33,302 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded NSF/OSF (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Axle corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSR/OSR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 29,145 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2022 29,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 29,128 miles

Front flexi exhaust outer skin deteriorated

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))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 26,130 miles

Front flexi exhaust outer skin slightly deteriorated

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2017 23,366 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Brake ferrule between flex and wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Top cap (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Brake ferrule between flex and wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 19,580 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened top cap (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 16,073 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 12,961 miles

n/s/f tyre cracks in sidewalls

n/s/r tyre cracks in sidewalls

Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,181 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 7,998 miles

rear exhaust box slightly corroded

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 YVT is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YVT, 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 DS09 YVT registered?

DS09 YVT is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 August 2009.

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