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DY09 COA

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,049 mi
Last recorded74,049 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 COA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 74,049 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 67,363 miles

Nearside Front front panel support corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front front panel support corroded

Offside Front seat back release handle broken

Fail 28 Aug 2025 67,361 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front front panel support corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front front panel support corroded

Offside Front seat back release handle broken

Pass 29 Aug 2024 62,917 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 59,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 54,614 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 50,873 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 47,592 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 44,335 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 39,873 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 39,872 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 35,498 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 33,580 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 29,614 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 25,778 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 22,098 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 18,156 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,276 miles

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

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

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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DY09 COA is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DY09 COA, 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 DY09 COA registered?

DY09 COA is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is DY09 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY09 COA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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