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GK59 SKU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,701 mi
Last recorded83,701 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 SKU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 83,701 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 63,700 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2026 63,621 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight play nearside front strut top

Pass 15 Mar 2025 59,506 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S/R & O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing N/S/R & O/S/R CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 54,440 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front close (edges on limit) (5.2.3 (e))

rear axle corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2023 49,932 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 49,931 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 47,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 43,744 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 38,926 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 34,464 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 30,567 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 26,338 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2017 26,338 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2016 20,567 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 19,471 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 17,642 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 15,758 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 12,754 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 SKU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SKU, 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 SKU registered?

GK59 SKU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 September 2009.

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