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GN09 SOU

2009 Ford Ka

Brown Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,878 mi
Last recorded98,878 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 SOU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 98,878 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 98,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 95,736 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 93,873 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 84,751 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 77,537 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 73,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak Sump heavily corroded ()

Pass 2 Feb 2017 68,381 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 61,763 miles

rear exhaust outer casing corroded and blowing slightly

Fail 9 Feb 2016 61,762 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust outer casing corroded and blowing slightly

Pass 5 Mar 2015 58,585 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2014 54,502 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

advise rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 43,422 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 43,422 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 30,322 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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GN09 SOU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Brown with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GN09 SOU, 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

How do I check the history of GN09 SOU?

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What year was GN09 SOU registered?

GN09 SOU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is GN09 SOU safe to buy?

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