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GL09 FNV

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,890 mi
Last recorded67,890 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 FNV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 67,890 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2026 67,890 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 57,211 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 57,211 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2024 50,488 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Aug 2023 45,994 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 44,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 39,667 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 36,705 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 36,705 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2019 33,707 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 30,246 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 29,093 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in outer wall of tyre. but not exposing cords.

Pass 19 Jan 2017 21,714 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 16,859 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre perished and cracking

Nearside Rear tyre perished and cracking

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front tyre perished and cracking

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracking

Pass 24 Feb 2015 10,160 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 7,979 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 5,304 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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GL09 FNV is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red 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 GL09 FNV, 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 GL09 FNV registered?

GL09 FNV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 August 2009.

Is GL09 FNV safe to buy?

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