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FN09 BWH

2009 Ford Ka

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

106,204 mi
Last recorded106,204 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN09 BWH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 106,204 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 106,204 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2019 101,529 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake has little reserve travel, inspection and repair recommended

Fail 14 Aug 2019 101,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake has little reserve travel, inspection and repair recommended

Pass 18 Aug 2018 89,264 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 89,254 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 85,336 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 85,336 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 76,028 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 76,028 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 66,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 37,053 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 48,940 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 41,476 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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FN09 BWH is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FN09 BWH, 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 FN09 BWH registered?

FN09 BWH is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2009.

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