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FJ59 UZE

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,812 mi
Last recorded75,812 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 UZE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 75,812 miles

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

offside front tyre deep cut in outer sidewall

rear wiper blade worn

strong advise nearside front tyre deep cut in outer sidewall

Pass 24 Dec 2020 74,235 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front headlamp loose but secure

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

Fail 24 Dec 2020 74,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front headlamp loose but secure

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 74,032 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary fuel cap fitted at time of test (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer box clamp leaking exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Front mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Splash shield heavily deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 62,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 62,505 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 52,629 miles

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

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

rear shock absorber mounting rubbers splitting

Fail 13 Jun 2018 52,629 miles

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

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

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

rear shock absorber mounting rubbers splitting

Pass 20 Jun 2017 40,891 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre wearing on edge

Fail 20 Jun 2017 40,891 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread plate broken (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner tyre wearing on edge

Pass 27 Jun 2016 26,396 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 22,598 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 19,725 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,812 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 15,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

back box corroded

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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FJ59 UZE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FJ59 UZE, 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 FJ59 UZE registered?

FJ59 UZE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is FJ59 UZE safe to buy?

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