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KM59 JRV

2009 Ford Ka

Beige Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,080 mi
Last recorded32,080 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM59 JRV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 32,080 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 28,014 miles

Varying levels of underbody corrosion noted on chassis/suspension components,not affecting any testable items at time of test

exhaust backbox outer skin heavy corrosion

exhaust clamp missing from centre to rear box

Pass 17 Jan 2024 22,354 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

all under side suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2023 22,343 miles

corrosion noted underbody on all suspension components,not affecting any testable items at time of test

exhaust backbox outer skin heavy corrosion

Pass 20 Oct 2021 21,199 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 20,871 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 20,871 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 19,625 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 18,694 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2017 17,821 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2016 16,613 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 15,561 miles

front brake discs inner face pitting

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 25 Nov 2014 13,353 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 11,750 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 10,271 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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KM59 JRV is a 2009 Ford Ka in Beige with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KM59 JRV, 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 KM59 JRV registered?

KM59 JRV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is KM59 JRV safe to buy?

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