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EK59 ZDX

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,981 mi
Last recorded81,981 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 ZDX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 81,981 miles

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 81,979 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 68,049 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 59,745 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 58,488 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 55,125 miles

Both rear tyres worn

Pass 26 Apr 2019 50,930 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 47,587 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 45,960 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 43,178 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 39,740 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 39,181 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 26,245 miles

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

n/s wiper blade split on end / rear brakes sticky

Pass 2 Nov 2012 14,130 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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EK59 ZDX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EK59 ZDX, 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 ZDX registered?

EK59 ZDX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is EK59 ZDX safe to buy?

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