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GV58 UBU

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,853 mi
Last recorded72,853 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV58 UBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 72,853 miles

front pads worn

Pass 1 Mar 2017 70,428 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2017 70,428 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear clamp missing (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 18 Feb 2016 70,408 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 67,522 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 67,522 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 54,897 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 29 Jan 2013 36,551 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 25,543 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 25,543 miles

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

both front tyres devold of tread inner edge no wire or cord showing at time of test

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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GV58 UBU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GV58 UBU, 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 GV58 UBU registered?

GV58 UBU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2009.

Is GV58 UBU safe to buy?

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