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GJ59 MVL

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

126,479 mi
Last recorded126,479 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 MVL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 126,479 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 121,841 miles

Exhaust corroded and front flexi worn

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 116,307 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 116,307 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 111,331 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 104,181 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2020 98,135 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2020 98,135 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 91,881 miles

Front Exhaust, Flexi Section Deteriorated. No Leaks.

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

Nearside Front Tyre Tread 3mm.

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

Offside Front Tyre Tread 3mm.

Rear Exhaust, Back Box Corroded. Outer Skin, No Leaks.

Fail 27 Dec 2019 91,881 miles

Front Exhaust, Flexi Section Deteriorated. No Leaks.

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre Tread 3mm.

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre Tread 3mm.

Rear Exhaust, Back Box Corroded. Outer Skin, No Leaks.

Pass 28 Dec 2018 81,583 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Of Middle Section (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Dec 2018 81,583 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Of Middle Section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 71,399 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2017 71,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 60,840 miles

Item(s) Removed From Drivers View. Prior To Test.

Rear Exhaust Backbox Corrded.

Pass 1 Sep 2015 43,709 miles

Rear exhaust box poor condition

Pass 27 Aug 2014 33,559 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 26,269 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 26,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 16,126 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 MVL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black 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 GJ59 MVL, 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.

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What year was GJ59 MVL registered?

GJ59 MVL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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