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FX09 OBZ

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,038 mi
Last recorded95,038 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 OBZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 95,038 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 88,528 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 88,525 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 81,904 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 81,904 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 81,677 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 80,771 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 79,858 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2021 79,856 miles

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2020 78,980 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 78,977 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 77,533 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 76,507 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 74,892 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 73,829 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened S both top washer corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Mirror damaged

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 73,829 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened S both top washer corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Mirror damaged

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 65,310 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 49,152 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,019 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 25,217 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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FX09 OBZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX09 OBZ, 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 FX09 OBZ registered?

FX09 OBZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 May 2009.

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