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FJ09 ZGM

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,360 mi
Last recorded83,360 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 ZGM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 83,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Sep 2022 83,349 miles

Nearside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 72,503 miles

Nearside Inner rack joint has play

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2020 64,599 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))

slight play in n/s of steering rack

Pass 24 Oct 2019 59,483 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

front exhaust flexi deteriorated and slight blow

Pass 9 Oct 2018 58,049 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 58,016 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 53,496 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 47,582 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 42,814 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 35,142 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 29,453 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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FJ09 ZGM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 FJ09 ZGM, 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 FJ09 ZGM registered?

FJ09 ZGM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is FJ09 ZGM safe to buy?

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