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HG59 RBU

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,218 mi
Last recorded123,218 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 RBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 123,218 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 123,218 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2025 73,703 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 70,906 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 70,906 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 69,225 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil minor weep noted (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 67,693 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 66,266 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 104,321 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 60,437 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear box outer casing corroded

scratch on windscreen

Fail 14 Feb 2019 60,437 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

rear box outer casing corroded

scratch on windscreen

Pass 16 Feb 2018 58,330 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 55,948 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 53,130 miles

Item removed from drivers view prior to test

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear silencer corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2016 53,130 miles

Item removed from drivers view prior to test

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear silencer corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 45,783 miles

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

coolant leak

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2014 39,958 miles

both front tyres worn on outter/inner edges.

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 20 Feb 2013 33,413 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 33,413 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 33,079 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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HG59 RBU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Green 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 HG59 RBU, 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 HG59 RBU registered?

HG59 RBU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is HG59 RBU safe to buy?

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