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HG59 CVB

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

112,001 mi
Last recorded112,001 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 CVB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 112,001 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front mirror glass damaged but not affecting vision

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

Pass 16 Oct 2025 104,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 104,448 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to blow limits well in excess (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi, also blow at rear join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 98,397 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 92,156 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 85,787 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 85,786 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 77,756 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

park brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 8 Feb 2021 70,194 miles

Park brake lever travel high

engine oil sump corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2020 66,650 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 66,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 63,412 miles

plastic covers fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Feb 2019 63,410 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

plastic covers fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Sep 2018 62,732 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 57,261 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 57,261 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 54,676 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 50,960 miles

Rear exhaust rusty.

Pass 23 Sep 2014 46,214 miles

front brake disc inner ffaces pitted and corroded

front tyres on 3mm

plastic undertrays fitted making some components difficult to assess

rear exhaust in poor condition

rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 18 Sep 2013 37,125 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 26,673 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to 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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HG59 CVB is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HG59 CVB, 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 HG59 CVB registered?

HG59 CVB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is HG59 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG59 CVB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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