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GJ59 ZNV

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,229 mi
Last recorded106,229 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 106,229 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened SWING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 102,671 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2025 102,671 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 98,839 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 92,619 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 86,873 miles

Exhaust bracket rotten

Pass 4 Dec 2021 78,040 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 70,407 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 61,226 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 59,223 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 59,223 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached bush (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper shock absorber bush slightly worn

Pass 21 Aug 2017 54,280 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing low 2mm

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 18 Aug 2017 54,280 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing low 2mm

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 23 Aug 2016 48,099 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 42,153 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 41,409 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 30,969 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 20,739 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 ZNV 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 ZNV, 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 ZNV registered?

GJ59 ZNV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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