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GJ09 ZYD

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,676 mi
Last recorded139,676 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 ZYD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 139,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cords likely to be exposed soon (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cords likely to be exposed soon (5.2.3 (e))

Rear general corrosion to rear axle

Fail 10 Feb 2026 139,676 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged bracket broken not supported (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged bracket broken not supported (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cords likely to be exposed soon (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cords likely to be exposed soon (5.2.3 (e))

Rear general corrosion to rear axle

Pass 11 Feb 2025 134,745 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 123,542 miles

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

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

o/s handbrake cable hanger deteriorated

Pass 27 Feb 2023 108,564 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 108,564 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 101,087 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 93,606 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 89,967 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 89,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 83,640 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 77,085 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 69,395 miles

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

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

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 17 Mar 2016 61,435 miles

front discs badly lipped and worn

nail in osr tyre

os door mirror glass cracked

rear exhaust box badly deteriorated

Pass 16 Mar 2015 53,730 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 46,091 miles

nearside windscreen wiper is split at the end

Pass 27 Mar 2013 37,096 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Mar 2012 28,122 miles

rear tyres teads low - 3mm

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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GJ09 ZYD is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 GJ09 ZYD, 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 GJ09 ZYD registered?

GJ09 ZYD is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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