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FE59 YCX

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

104,330 mi
Last recorded104,330 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 YCX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 104,330 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2026 104,321 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2025 97,647 miles

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

exhaust backbox corroded

Fail 9 Jan 2025 97,647 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

engine oil level low

exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2024 90,410 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 89,371 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 83,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 13 Sep 2021 79,846 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Sep 2021 79,802 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2020 77,915 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2019 72,189 miles

exhaust corroded

rear axle spring hangers corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2018 62,012 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2018 62,011 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2017 55,677 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 53,726 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 46,140 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 39,156 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 30,850 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 22,471 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 YCX 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 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 YCX, 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 YCX registered?

FE59 YCX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FE59 YCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 YCX 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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