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JO59 JEH

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,446 mi
Last recorded89,446 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJO59 JEH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 89,446 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 86,093 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 81,671 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded-no holes

Pass 28 Sep 2022 76,913 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear axle corroded

Rear shockers corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2022 76,913 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Rear shockers corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2021 72,408 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 68,560 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 64,739 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 60,905 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 56,441 miles

corrosion to rear spring lower cups

exhaust system back box deteriorated

Pass 5 Nov 2016 50,799 miles

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

exhaust deteriorated, front mounting broken but system secure

rear wiper blade torn

rusting on brake hose ferrules

Pass 17 Sep 2015 41,851 miles

child seat in rear , Seat belt checked while seat fixed in place

items removed from driver veiw

Pass 19 Sep 2014 34,800 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear silencercorroded

Fail 19 Sep 2014 34,800 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear silencercorroded

Pass 17 Sep 2013 25,563 miles

BONNET STAY CATCH IS INSECURE

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

FRONT BUMPER IS DAMAGED

NEARSIDE FRONT WIPER BLADE IS SPLIT

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREAD

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Sep 2013 25,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

BONNET STAY CATCH IS INSECURE

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

FRONT BUMPER IS DAMAGED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

NEARSIDE FRONT WIPER BLADE IS SPLIT

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREAD

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Sep 2012 18,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Sep 2012 18,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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JO59 JEH is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 JO59 JEH, 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 JO59 JEH registered?

JO59 JEH is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is JO59 JEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for JO59 JEH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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