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GU59 LPK

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

99,255 mi
Last recorded99,255 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 LPK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 99,255 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 99,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 90,785 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 90,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake performance unable to be tested flexi in poor condition (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 22 Jul 2024 82,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner end outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge and worn smooth inner edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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Fail 15 Jul 2024 82,194 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner end outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge and worn smooth inner edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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Pass 1 Aug 2023 74,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall staring to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 74,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall staring to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 68,532 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2022 68,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 65,123 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 63,313 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 63,301 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 63,254 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 61,247 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 61,247 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 54,532 miles

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

Offside Rear silght cracking in tread

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2015 41,942 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 41,942 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 29,005 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 29,005 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 21,431 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 13,912 miles

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

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

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 LPK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 GU59 LPK, 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 LPK registered?

GU59 LPK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is GU59 LPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 LPK shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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