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FY09 MYM

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,362 mi
Last recorded43,362 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 MYM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 43,362 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 43,362 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 43,174 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 42,626 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 41,730 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 41,729 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 40,660 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 38,779 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 37,755 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 35,552 miles

both front brakes are binding slightly

both front tyres are perishing

exhaust system is very corroded

front exhaust mounting bracket is broken but the system is still supported

Fail 8 Feb 2019 35,551 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both front brakes are binding slightly

both front tyres are perishing

exhaust system is very corroded

front exhaust mounting bracket is broken but the system is still supported

Pass 14 Feb 2018 33,281 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 28,000 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 23,249 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 19,373 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 17,463 miles

front tyres worn

Pass 18 Feb 2013 15,587 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 13,615 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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FY09 MYM is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY09 MYM, 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 FY09 MYM registered?

FY09 MYM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 March 2009.

Is FY09 MYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 MYM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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