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DY09 WVZ

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,968 mi
Last recorded33,968 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 33,968 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear axle beam corroded

Fail 3 Jun 2026 33,961 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear axle beam corroded

Pass 31 May 2025 24,531 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust rattle / baffles broken up inside rear box

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low/badly age cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 18,026 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 17,752 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside 3.0mm nearside 2.0mm also both are cracked between the treads, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 17,318 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 13,398 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2020 10,669 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 8,133 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 5,038 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 3,903 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 3,734 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 3,378 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 2,990 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pipes coated with oil

rear section of exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2013 2,519 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes coated with oil

Pass 21 Mar 2012 1,947 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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DY09 WVZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WVZ, 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 WVZ registered?

DY09 WVZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 April 2009.

Is DY09 WVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY09 WVZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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