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GL09 WKF

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,586 mi
Last recorded54,586 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 WKF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 54,586 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 52,230 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 49,402 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 49,272 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 45,395 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 42,822 miles

Both front tyres getting low on tread

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Water leak from thermostat housing area

Pass 26 Aug 2020 36,200 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 30,747 miles

Both front tyres wearing close to limit

Exhaust box detoriating rear

Fail 17 Sep 2019 30,747 miles

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

Both front tyres wearing close to limit

Exhaust box detoriating rear

Pass 14 Aug 2018 20,945 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 14,741 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,706 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 10,403 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 6,635 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 4,589 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 3,785 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 WKF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 GL09 WKF, 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 GL09 WKF registered?

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

Is GL09 WKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 WKF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL09 WKF have outstanding finance?

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