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EX09 VSC

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

76,510 mi
Last recorded76,510 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 VSC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 76,510 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 22 Aug 2022 75,947 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 75,929 miles

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

Nearside handbrake very low effort

Pass 6 Oct 2021 74,086 miles

Rear exhaust outer skin deteriorating

Pass 12 Oct 2020 72,135 miles

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

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 12 Oct 2020 72,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 30 Mar 2019 67,326 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Rear exhaust detriorated

Fail 30 Mar 2019 67,326 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear exhaust detriorated

Pass 24 Apr 2018 65,587 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 65,586 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

all tyres cracking

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2017 64,561 miles

tyre sealant expired

Fail 13 Apr 2017 64,561 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

tyre sealant expired

Pass 13 Apr 2016 58,513 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 50,052 miles

exhaust backbox corroded but NOT leaking

Pass 27 Feb 2014 45,181 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise oil level low

advise rear exhaust box outer skin rusty/corroded

Fail 21 Feb 2014 45,002 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise oil level low

advise rear exhaust box outer skin rusty/corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2013 26,439 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 17,350 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 17,350 miles

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

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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EX09 VSC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 EX09 VSC, 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 EX09 VSC registered?

EX09 VSC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is EX09 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 VSC shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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