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GK09 OEH

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

75,715 mi
Last recorded75,715 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 OEH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 2 Oct 2025 75,715 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 61,593 miles

Offside Rear shocker corroded

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

Fail 25 Sep 2024 61,592 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear shocker corroded

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 59,835 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 57,344 miles

Coolant level low

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 56,883 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 56,344 miles

exhaust poor condition

Pass 14 Mar 2019 53,150 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 53,150 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing borderline pass needs replacing now (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 49,119 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,911 miles

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

Rear exhaust box poor condition

wiper marks front screen poor recommend polishing

Pass 24 Mar 2016 40,766 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 40,766 miles

Centre Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 34,353 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 29,629 miles

centre and rear exhaust rusty

Fail 28 Mar 2014 29,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

centre and rear exhaust rusty

Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,329 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2013 24,329 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 16,328 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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GK09 OEH is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GK09 OEH, 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 GK09 OEH registered?

GK09 OEH is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 March 2009.

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