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EJ59 UTX

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

142,183 mi
Last recorded142,183 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ59 UTX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 142,183 miles

Exhaust Front flexi section deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2022 142,183 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust Front flexi section deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 132,860 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 132,854 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure broken away (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 122,325 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 122,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 110,701 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 97,871 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 28 Nov 2017 87,463 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 87,463 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 76,511 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 76,511 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 67,375 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 58,241 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 58,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 48,096 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 36,592 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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EJ59 UTX 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 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJ59 UTX, 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 EJ59 UTX registered?

EJ59 UTX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is EJ59 UTX safe to buy?

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