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GU59 LKO

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,629 mi
Last recorded37,629 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 LKO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 37,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 36,978 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SPRING CUPS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 36,105 miles

Offside rear wheel buckled

Pass 14 Sep 2022 35,168 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 33,944 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 32,884 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 31,819 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 31,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 30,007 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall also under inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 27,511 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear wheels feel like they are very slightly binding

small cut to tread on n/s rear tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,959 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 21,799 miles

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

both rear seats have child seats fitted not allowing inspection of seat belts

Pass 16 Sep 2014 20,146 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2013 18,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 16,204 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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GU59 LKO is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 GU59 LKO, 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 GU59 LKO registered?

GU59 LKO is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is GU59 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 LKO 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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