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GL59 BTU

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,684 mi
Last recorded22,684 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 BTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 22,684 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 16,569 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 16,530 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 16,524 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 16,365 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 16,365 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 16,273 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 16,014 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2018 15,825 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 15,071 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 13,771 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2015 12,219 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 10,496 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 8,267 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 6,094 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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GL59 BTU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GL59 BTU, 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 GL59 BTU registered?

GL59 BTU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is GL59 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 BTU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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