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GU59 LTF

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,160 mi
Last recorded60,160 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 60,160 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake cable support bracket broken

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

Rear rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2019 60,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear parking brake cable support bracket broken

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2018 52,566 miles

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

nearside handbrake cable mounting bracket is broken

Pass 19 Aug 2017 45,012 miles

Nearside handbrake mounting bracket broken

Fail 19 Aug 2017 45,006 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside handbrake mounting bracket broken

Pass 27 Aug 2016 38,230 miles

Nearside handbrake cable bracket broken but cable still supported

Pass 8 Aug 2015 31,024 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 25,072 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both rear tyres are perishing but not exposing cords

Fail 16 Aug 2014 25,072 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

both rear tyres are perishing but not exposing cords

Pass 17 Aug 2013 19,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 15,447 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 LTF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LTF, 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 GU59 LTF?

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What year was GU59 LTF registered?

GU59 LTF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is GU59 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 LTF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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