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EK59 GSZ

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,036 mi
Last recorded44,036 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 GSZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 44,036 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front downpipe bracket rusted/broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 41,244 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 39,208 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 35,953 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2022 35,953 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 32,648 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both Rear Axle (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Rear Upper (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 31,488 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 29,941 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 27,672 miles

front brakes appear to be wearing low

rear exhaust box casing heavily corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2017 25,150 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 23,921 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 23,921 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 22,448 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 20,543 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 18,643 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,998 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 14,998 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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EK59 GSZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EK59 GSZ, 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 EK59 GSZ registered?

EK59 GSZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is EK59 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK59 GSZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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