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GJ59 GWZ

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,605 mi
Last recorded52,605 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 GWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 52,605 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 49,768 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 46,526 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 43,787 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 40,857 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2022 40,799 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2021 37,902 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 37,846 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 36,269 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 34,467 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 31,542 miles

oil level on min

Pass 1 Sep 2017 28,937 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 26,624 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 23,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper split.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 23,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear wiper split.

Pass 27 Aug 2014 20,550 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 13,075 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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GJ59 GWZ 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 GJ59 GWZ, 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 GJ59 GWZ registered?

GJ59 GWZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is GJ59 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ59 GWZ 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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