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GL59 JWW

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,022 mi
Last recorded41,022 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 JWW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 41,022 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 41,019 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 39,615 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 37,744 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 35,822 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 33,410 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 33,410 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 31,345 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2020 31,345 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 29,076 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 26,319 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 26,319 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 23,680 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 20,616 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 17,966 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,219 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 12,214 miles

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

all tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 7 Nov 2012 9,750 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 JWW 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 77.8%.

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 JWW, 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 JWW registered?

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

Is GL59 JWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 JWW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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