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EF09 PYU

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,159 mi
Last recorded117,159 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF09 PYU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 117,159 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside headlamp slightly loose

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

Fail 17 Feb 2026 117,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 91,912 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 85,152 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cheeped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 84,953 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 84,953 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2023 84,953 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 80,063 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Axle deformed but serviceable spring cup slightly corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 71,849 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 62,392 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear axle heavily corroded

Fail 10 Apr 2019 62,390 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear axle heavily corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2018 60,326 miles

Front coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)

surface corrosion rear axle

Pass 10 Apr 2017 58,658 miles

osf nsr and osr tyres perrishing slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2016 56,609 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2015 53,947 miles

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 25 Jan 2014 49,034 miles

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

rear exhaust getting weak

Pass 25 Jan 2013 40,936 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust shows corrosion.

near side front wiper blade rubber split.

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

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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EF09 PYU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EF09 PYU, 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 EF09 PYU registered?

EF09 PYU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is EF09 PYU safe to buy?

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