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FE59 XYW

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

54,333 mi
Last recorded54,333 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 XYW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 54,333 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2026 54,333 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 52,041 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 49,332 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 47,490 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 45,920 miles

rear axle surface rust

Pass 2 Sep 2021 44,499 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 43,350 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 43,350 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 41,313 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 41,313 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

middle exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2018 38,986 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 36,396 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 34,194 miles

Exhaust rear section deteriorating

Pass 9 Sep 2015 32,125 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 30,326 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,931 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 27,931 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 25,297 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 XYW is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FE59 XYW, 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 FE59 XYW registered?

FE59 XYW is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is FE59 XYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 XYW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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