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FN59 HLC

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,634 mi
Last recorded38,634 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN59 HLC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 38,634 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle and spring mounting arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2026 38,634 miles

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

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle and spring mounting arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 37,446 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust in poor condition but not blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 36,231 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 36,231 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 35,167 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 34,015 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on the sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 32,196 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 29,698 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 27,867 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 24,842 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 22,422 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 19,273 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 16,783 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 16,783 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 13,759 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 13,759 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 10,579 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 7,954 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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FN59 HLC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FN59 HLC, 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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FN59 HLC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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