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GL58 DKU

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

88,104 mi
Last recorded88,104 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL58 DKU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 88,104 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 80,311 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 80,311 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 74,045 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 66,486 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade deteriorating

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 66,486 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mount (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front wiper blade deteriorating

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mount (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 54,130 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2019 44,115 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall damaged

Offside Rear tyre side wall damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all tyres perished

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2018 33,597 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 32,754 miles

Advise exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Front suspension upper attachment corroded.

Offside Front Tyre damaged on side wall

Pass 3 Jan 2018 32,754 miles

Advise both sides front lower arm rear bushes splitting and becoming de-bonded.

Advise exhaust system corroded leaking middle to rear.

Nearside Front Suspension top attachment cup heavily corroded.

Offside Front Tyre damaged on side wall.

Fail 3 Jan 2018 32,754 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Advise both sides front lower arm rear bushes splitting and becoming de-bonded.

Advise exhaust system corroded leaking middle to rear.

Nearside Front Suspension top attachment cup heavily corroded.

Offside Front Tyre damaged on side wall.

Pass 30 Dec 2016 31,344 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2015 30,394 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nail/screw in nearside rear tire

unable to fully inspect brakes advise a brake inspection

Pass 19 Jan 2015 29,584 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 27,982 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2013 26,326 miles

Front pads getting low

Rear exhaust in a poor condition

Pass 21 Jan 2012 24,217 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2012 24,217 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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GL58 DKU is a 2009 Ford Ka in White 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 GL58 DKU, 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 GL58 DKU registered?

GL58 DKU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 January 2009.

Is GL58 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL58 DKU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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