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GY09 HBK

2009 Ford Ka

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,481 mi
Last recorded106,481 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 HBK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 106,481 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 98,524 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 91,522 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 85,205 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 79,061 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 72,979 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 72,979 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2ft (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both ns/os 195/50R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 70,796 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 68,380 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 64,022 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 62,266 miles

Offside Rear tyre low on tread

Fail 14 Nov 2016 62,266 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre low on tread

Pass 19 Mar 2016 59,943 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre side wall cracked badly no cords visable

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall cracked badly no cords visable

Fail 19 Mar 2016 59,943 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

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

Nearside Front tyre side wall cracked badly no cords visable

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall cracked badly no cords visable

Pass 21 Mar 2015 55,834 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 51,083 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 45,032 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 35,719 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)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 35,719 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)

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

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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GY09 HBK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GY09 HBK, 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 GY09 HBK registered?

GY09 HBK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is GY09 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 HBK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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