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EO59 GRZ

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,040 mi
Last recorded131,040 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO59 GRZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 131,040 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2025 130,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

advise travel on handbrake

Pass 22 Aug 2023 117,600 miles

Front flexible exhaust deteriorated, & blowing at front & rear exhaust joints

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside n/s wiper deteriorated

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated anti roll bar link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 110,225 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 100,006 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 93,875 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 93,875 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 89,520 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 89,520 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 84,462 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 79,062 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 71,931 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 55,053 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 40,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 23,515 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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EO59 GRZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EO59 GRZ, 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 EO59 GRZ registered?

EO59 GRZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is EO59 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO59 GRZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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