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GU09 MXN

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

65,218 mi
Last recorded65,218 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 MXN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2024 65,218 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced see yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point see yellow chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 60,660 miles

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

top mounts have some pkay

Fail 8 Dec 2023 60,625 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

top mounts have some pkay

Pass 13 Dec 2022 56,322 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

hand brake has little reserve travel

Fail 13 Dec 2022 56,322 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

hand brake has little reserve travel

wipers poor

Fail 23 Nov 2022 56,313 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 4mm but heavily worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 52,452 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 52,431 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 52,430 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively standard 14" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside rear of sidesill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 47,962 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing low

Handbrake is high

Offside Front Tyre has stepped tread on edges and is worn

Pass 23 Feb 2018 44,058 miles

Steering rack damp

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low on edges

Fail 15 Feb 2018 43,981 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Crack. In screen (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low on edges

Steering rack damp

Pass 8 Feb 2017 39,878 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 37,757 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished on sidewall.

Pass 26 Feb 2015 32,593 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 27,108 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 27,108 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 20,544 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 15,349 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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GU09 MXN is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU09 MXN, 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.

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What year was GU09 MXN registered?

GU09 MXN is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is GU09 MXN safe to buy?

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