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GL59 SJX

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,197 mi
Last recorded71,197 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 SJX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 71,197 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 67,422 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 63,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads worn, nearside & offside inners and outers (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking and perished, no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking and perished, no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 59,943 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 59,511 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Wing mirror cover damaged

Rear box in poor condition

Fail 8 Jun 2022 59,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Wing mirror cover damaged

Rear box in poor condition

Pass 12 Jun 2021 56,997 miles

Exhaust rear box in poor condition

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Mirror casing damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 54,607 miles

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Fail 19 Jun 2020 54,581 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2019 53,224 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 53,224 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 42,351 miles

Exhaust corroding

Pass 24 May 2017 36,798 miles

Front discs corroded on inside face

Rear exhaust box starting to corrode

small leak from exhaust front section

Pass 30 May 2016 33,271 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust in poor condition

under trays fitted

Fail 30 May 2016 33,271 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust in poor condition

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2014 31,115 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 25,722 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 17,761 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 SJX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver 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 SJX, 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 SJX registered?

GL59 SJX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 December 2009.

Is GL59 SJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 SJX 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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