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FX59 WPZ

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

104,127 mi
Last recorded104,127 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 WPZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 104,127 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 102,935 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer slight blow, exhaust corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lever travel high (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 100,227 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

some travel in parking brake lever,may require adjustment

Pass 7 Jun 2023 97,313 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 97,304 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2022 94,853 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2022 94,853 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 91,437 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2021 91,426 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside has low efficiency (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 80,406 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 65,515 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust corroding

Fail 5 Jun 2018 65,474 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust corroding

Pass 3 Jul 2017 59,476 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Sep 2016 53,441 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 53,441 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 47,374 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 64,470 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 29,311 miles

front brake service

Pass 3 Sep 2012 23,246 miles

Exhaust backbox outer skin corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Passenger wiper blade split but clears windscreen effectively

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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FX59 WPZ 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 73.7%.

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 FX59 WPZ, 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 FX59 WPZ registered?

FX59 WPZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FX59 WPZ safe to buy?

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