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GK59 ONM

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,312 mi
Last recorded88,312 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 ONM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2021 88,312 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has deep circumferential cracking

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 82,929 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Bumper damaged

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

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 82,929 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Bumper damaged

Offside Headlight loose on mountings (broken)

Park brake efficiency only just met

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

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 76,945 miles

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

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

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

Rear axle beam corroded but not to excess

Fail 2 May 2019 76,945 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lifting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear axle beam corroded but not to excess

Pass 4 May 2018 73,947 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 72,632 miles

rear exhaust corrosion

Fail 23 May 2017 72,632 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust corrosion

Pass 6 Jun 2016 69,518 miles

offside mirror

slight corrosion steering suspension and rear exhaust box

Pass 8 Jun 2015 61,963 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 61,963 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 51,803 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2014 51,803 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 43,140 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

exhaust back box corroded

slight damage to rear bumper

Pass 15 Sep 2012 29,518 miles

exhaust back box corroded

slight damage to rear bumper

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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GK59 ONM is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GK59 ONM, 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 GK59 ONM registered?

GK59 ONM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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