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FJ59 XAF

2009 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,775 mi
Last recorded96,775 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 XAF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 96,775 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear axle corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2025 96,769 miles

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))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2024 94,010 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 94,009 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe onto cylinder (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 84,599 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens cover missing

Fail 19 Sep 2023 84,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater lens cover missing

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 73,561 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 73,561 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 56,293 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 44,931 miles

Back box outer skin corroded

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

all coil springs corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2019 42,435 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 29,164 miles

exhaust silencer outerskin corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2017 23,393 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust backbox is corroaded

Pass 23 Sep 2016 15,815 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 9,161 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 6,470 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 5,513 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 4,576 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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FJ59 XAF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FJ59 XAF, 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 FJ59 XAF registered?

FJ59 XAF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is FJ59 XAF safe to buy?

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