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GV09 HBU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,183 mi
Last recorded72,183 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 HBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 72,183 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 62,238 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2018 57,222 miles

Both rear tyres heavily cracked and perished

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2018 51,869 miles

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded

Fail 15 Jan 2018 51,867 miles

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

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2017 81,052 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 70,660 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm and perishing (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 4 Jun 2016 70,435 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm and perishing (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 13 Jun 2015 59,795 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 13 Jun 2015 59,790 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 3 Jun 2014 29,275 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 29,275 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 23,351 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 17,991 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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GV09 HBU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GV09 HBU, 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 GV09 HBU registered?

GV09 HBU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is GV09 HBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV09 HBU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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