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DY59 VDF

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,870 mi
Last recorded76,870 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 76,870 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 74,197 miles

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected full of water (4.6.1 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 74,195 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases also corroded too excess (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle corroded too excess (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected full of water (4.6.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 69,453 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2023 69,442 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 64,915 miles

Nearside outer door handle insecure

Fail 3 Jan 2023 64,914 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside outer door handle insecure

Pass 27 Sep 2021 61,932 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 61,267 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Slight water leak on engine.

Pass 20 Sep 2019 58,028 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2019 58,028 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached top retainer washer (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,994 miles

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

rear exhaust box corroded slightly

Pass 25 Sep 2017 51,298 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

rear axle beam corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2016 45,922 miles

rear exhaust box corrored

Pass 24 Sep 2015 39,887 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2014 34,932 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 48,191 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 25,726 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

back box outer casing 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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DY59 VDF is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DY59 VDF, 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 VDF registered?

DY59 VDF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is DY59 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 VDF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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