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FG09 ZGU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,582 mi
Last recorded45,582 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 ZGU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 45,582 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 43,698 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 43,698 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 40,648 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 40,648 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 37,283 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 34,417 miles

Exhaust Rear Box Outer Skin Corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2022 34,417 miles

Exhaust Rear Box Outer Skin Corroded

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 31,215 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 31,215 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 28,749 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 26,911 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 26,911 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 25,086 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 23,038 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 21,341 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 19,996 miles

suggest tracking check fronts just starting to wear

Pass 16 Apr 2014 18,311 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 16,727 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 15,388 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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FG09 ZGU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG09 ZGU, 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 FG09 ZGU registered?

FG09 ZGU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 May 2009.

Is FG09 ZGU safe to buy?

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