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GJ59 LYX

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,684 mi
Last recorded97,684 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 LYX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 97,684 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 97,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 96,534 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 94,624 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 94,624 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 89,302 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 89,289 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 83,428 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 80,192 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 77,014 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 74,089 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 71,936 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 63,915 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 53,820 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 41,449 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Fail 17 Aug 2015 41,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 32,797 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 25,575 miles

advise rear exhaust box outer skin tatty/corroded (no blows)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 17,680 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 LYX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LYX, 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 LYX registered?

GJ59 LYX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is GJ59 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ59 LYX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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