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GF09 SZX

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,828 mi
Last recorded81,828 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 SZX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 81,828 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 79,892 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 75,911 miles

Rear Axle covered in under seal.

Pass 28 Nov 2023 75,670 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened part of the axle beam (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 73,587 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shocker mount retaining plate corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shocker mount retaining plate corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

no bonnet stay to support in open position

Fail 5 Dec 2022 73,586 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leaking from front flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shocker mount retaining plate corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shocker mount retaining plate corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

no bonnet stay to support in open position

Pass 23 Nov 2021 70,686 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 70,686 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour replaced both front 581's (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 replaced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 67,995 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 66,429 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 65,117 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 56,837 miles

All 3 wipers smear

Fail 3 May 2018 56,837 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted Is leaking air too between rim and Tyre (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

All 3 wipers smear

Pass 27 Apr 2017 49,260 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 49,260 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 41,997 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 38,722 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 36,522 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 33,369 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2013 33,369 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2012 23,283 miles

Exhaust tail pipe deteriorated

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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GF09 SZX is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GF09 SZX, 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 GF09 SZX registered?

GF09 SZX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is GF09 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF09 SZX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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