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HG09 GGU

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,314 mi
Last recorded130,314 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 GGU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 130,314 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 120,102 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 106,172 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 106,172 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 96,060 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 85,865 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 81,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2019 72,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 7 Oct 2019 72,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2018 71,774 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 65,283 miles

Exhaust corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 18 Dec 2017 65,283 miles

Exhaust corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 55,213 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 55,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 48,391 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 40,604 miles

front wipers smearing screen

Pass 12 Dec 2013 37,466 miles

both rear tyres perished and split

Fail 12 Dec 2013 37,466 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

both rear tyres perished and split

Pass 19 Dec 2012 30,051 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 26,403 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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HG09 GGU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HG09 GGU, 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 HG09 GGU registered?

HG09 GGU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is HG09 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 GGU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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