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FP09 YHS

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,159 mi
Last recorded28,159 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 YHS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 28,159 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 28,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 19,562 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2025 19,562 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 11,161 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 10,533 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system very corroded getting weak

Fail 11 Aug 2023 10,533 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/65r14-82 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

exhaust system very corroded getting weak

Pass 1 Aug 2022 9,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2022 9,511 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 8,385 miles

off side front and near side rear tyres cracking

Pass 7 Aug 2020 7,341 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 6,244 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 5,283 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 3,818 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 3,522 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 3,218 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 2,882 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 2,456 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 2,155 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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FP09 YHS is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 FP09 YHS, 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 FP09 YHS registered?

FP09 YHS is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is FP09 YHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 YHS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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