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EA09 XNJ

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,064 mi
Last recorded55,064 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA09 XNJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 55,064 miles

advise corrosion to rear subframe

Fail 18 Nov 2025 55,064 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

advise corrosion to rear subframe

tracking

Pass 7 Nov 2024 46,531 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front Tyres inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose backbox clamp missing But exhaust not loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear top bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust backbox corroded

Fail 2 Nov 2024 46,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 175/65r14 82h (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Bump stop not attached

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 38,438 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 32,663 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 26,850 miles

Slight blow from exhaust back box

Fail 13 Nov 2021 26,847 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Slight blow from exhaust back box

Pass 13 Feb 2021 23,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper slightly binding

back box severely corroded causing slight leak in exhaust gasses

Pass 1 Feb 2020 21,455 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

hubcaps fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2019 19,396 miles

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

hubcaps fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2018 16,828 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

hubcaps fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2017 15,123 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 13,896 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 12,354 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,605 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 May 2013 8,742 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 6,746 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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EA09 XNJ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA09 XNJ, 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 EA09 XNJ registered?

EA09 XNJ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is EA09 XNJ safe to buy?

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