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FJ59 XYK

2009 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

135,142 mi
Last recorded135,142 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 135,142 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2026 135,142 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 123,348 miles

rear axle has slight corrosion

Pass 5 Aug 2024 113,886 miles

Rear AXLE BEAM CORRODED

Fail 5 Aug 2024 113,886 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear AXLE BEAM CORRODED

Pass 16 Aug 2023 104,073 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 104,069 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 90,521 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 83,202 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))

surface corrosion rear axle

Pass 25 Sep 2020 80,034 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2020 80,021 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Top nut looks to have excessive corrosion. May need full suspension leg (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 71,263 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2019 71,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 66,016 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 63,875 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 54,796 miles

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2016 45,210 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2015 34,935 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 30,746 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 24,140 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 24,140 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 19,644 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2012 19,644 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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 XYK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 XYK, 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 XYK registered?

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

Is FJ59 XYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ59 XYK shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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