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GK59 SGO

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,113 mi
Last recorded119,113 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 SGO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 119,113 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 117,428 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2024 117,428 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi and rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/65/14t (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 116,116 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 113,063 miles

Headlamps beam patterns starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

both front lower arm ball joint boots starting to split

offside front anti roll bar link boot starting to split

oil leaks from engine

rear beam corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2021 110,290 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight dampness top of shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 103,843 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 99,874 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 93,399 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 84,851 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 84,847 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 75,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 15 Jul 2015 67,790 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 60,701 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 49,140 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 36,954 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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GK59 SGO is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GK59 SGO, 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 GK59 SGO registered?

GK59 SGO is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is GK59 SGO safe to buy?

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