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DY59 VCK

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,834 mi
Last recorded86,834 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 VCK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 86,834 miles

surface corrosion to rear axle

Pass 3 Sep 2024 80,542 miles

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))

surface corrosion to rear axle

Pass 14 Sep 2023 75,371 miles

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

surface corrosion on chassis/sub frames

Pass 20 Sep 2022 69,995 miles

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))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 62,524 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 57,951 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2020 57,951 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 51,899 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

back box on exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2018 45,639 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 45,639 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 2 May 2017 39,824 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 3 May 2016 33,219 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust (back box) corroded

Pass 2 May 2015 27,240 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 21,446 miles

exhaust backbox slight corrosion.

nsf tyre outer wall damage.slight groove in sidewall.

Pass 1 May 2013 13,081 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 13,081 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 11,584 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 VCK is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DY59 VCK, 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 VCK registered?

DY59 VCK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 October 2009.

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