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DY59 XDT

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

133,898 mi
Last recorded133,898 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 133,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 133,898 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2024 124,771 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2024 124,771 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 115,028 miles

Coolant leak Coolant level below minimum. ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil level below minimum prior to test. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 104,064 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2022 104,064 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 93,171 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 78,734 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 64,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2020 64,585 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 54,036 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 51,855 miles

Both rear shock absorber top bush slight movement

Front exhaust bracket broken

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

Nearside Front slight gearbox seal leak

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

slight coolant leak

Pass 26 Aug 2017 43,209 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 33,809 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 30,416 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 24,393 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 21,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 18,110 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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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DY59 XDT is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DY59 XDT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY59 XDT registered?

DY59 XDT is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is DY59 XDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 XDT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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