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FE59 NLM

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

101,888 mi
Last recorded101,888 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 NLM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 101,888 miles

Beam pattern poor but still visible

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 101,888 miles

Beam pattern poor but still visible

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 157,207 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 157,197 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2023 152,432 miles

Offside Rear Upper shocker top bush deteriorated

both front suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 15 Nov 2022 147,262 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2021 88,345 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 85,839 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 85,824 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 May 2019 79,773 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 74,680 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 18 May 2018 74,680 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 May 2017 61,247 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 May 2017 61,247 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2016 49,487 miles

Centre Front Lower engine sump near oil drain bung oil dampness possible leakage

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch plastic trim split/damaged

Rear Lower exhaust box outer skin rusting/corroding but not leaking at time of test

Rear screen wiper blade very badly worn

n/s o/s rear tyres outer sidewall showing signs of wear eg cracking legal at test

Pass 20 May 2015 39,627 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

exhaust rear box outer skin rusting/corroding but not leaking at time of test

n/s front inner wheel arch plastic trim damaged/split

n/s o/s front and rear tyres outer sidewalls showing some signs of wear but legal at time of test

rear screen wiper blade split at ends

Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,614 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 23,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,926 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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FE59 NLM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FE59 NLM, 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 FE59 NLM registered?

FE59 NLM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is FE59 NLM safe to buy?

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