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FY59 UFJ

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,217 mi
Last recorded71,217 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 UFJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 71,217 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 68,984 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 66,297 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 63,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 61,414 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 61,352 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2020 60,113 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n.s & o.s (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 60,113 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n.s & o.s (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 56,364 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2018 53,186 miles

rear crossmember corroded

rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 20 Jun 2018 53,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

rear crossmember corroded

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 21 Jun 2017 49,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 46,116 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 40,916 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 40,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 32,719 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 20 Jun 2014 32,719 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,063 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 23,874 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 27 Sep 2012 23,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

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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FY59 UFJ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FY59 UFJ, 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 FY59 UFJ registered?

FY59 UFJ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FY59 UFJ safe to buy?

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