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FV09 JDU

2009 Ford Ka

Brown Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,515 mi
Last recorded66,515 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 JDU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 66,515 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 66,505 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 58,067 miles

Exhaust silencer casing corroded.

Offside Washerjet spraying incorrectly.

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 57,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust silencer casing corroded.

Offside Washerjet spraying incorrectly.

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 45,813 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 45,813 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing glass (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 32,748 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,229 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front tyres perishing

front wipers smeering screen

nearside front tyre bold on outer edge and close to legal limit

nearside rear tyre perishing

oil leak nearside driveshaft area

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 14 Jun 2012 19,705 miles

Advise nearside front tyre worn low on outer tread and sidewall scuffed

Advise need front wheels off to check brake pad thickness

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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FV09 JDU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Brown with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FV09 JDU, 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 FV09 JDU registered?

FV09 JDU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is FV09 JDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 JDU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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