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HN09 ZYM

2009 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

89,926 mi
Last recorded89,926 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN09 ZYM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 89,926 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 89,926 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 84,721 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 14 Dec 2024 84,721 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 80,675 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2023 80,675 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2022 75,283 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2022 75,283 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 70,023 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 67,054 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 65,326 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 65,326 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 61,078 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 53,890 miles

rear exhaust rusty but not leaking

Pass 28 Jul 2016 43,464 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 29 Jul 2014 32,314 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 19,757 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,701 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 11,701 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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HN09 ZYM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 HN09 ZYM, 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 HN09 ZYM registered?

HN09 ZYM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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