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DY59 UZU

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

65,011 mi
Last recorded65,011 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 UZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 65,011 miles

Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 65,011 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mid chassis leg (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 63,230 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2025 63,229 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 59,207 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 59,203 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 55,461 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 55,461 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 53,650 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Noisy requires attention ()

Fail 22 Feb 2022 53,650 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Noisy requires attention ()

Pass 25 Feb 2021 51,938 miles

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

Park brake may require attention

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 48,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint of the bock box to the pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Jan 2019 43,998 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 43,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2018 39,920 miles

Rear axle corroded

Fail 17 Feb 2018 39,920 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From rear clamp (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Rear axle corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2017 34,822 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 30,571 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 26,741 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 26,739 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 18,770 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 18,286 miles

advise slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 24 Sep 2012 13,565 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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DY59 UZU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 DY59 UZU, 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 DY59 UZU registered?

DY59 UZU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is DY59 UZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 UZU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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