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KN09 NLU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,565 mi
Last recorded86,565 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 NLU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 86,565 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 83,710 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 83,705 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 78,388 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 73,042 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 73,042 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2022 67,215 miles

rear axel and suspension components corroded.

Pass 19 Jun 2021 61,943 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 61,943 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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 6 Jun 2020 57,078 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 52,041 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 46,900 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 2 Jun 2018 46,900 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2017 42,284 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 39,568 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 37,191 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 31,436 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 28,527 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 21,329 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 10,840 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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KN09 NLU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KN09 NLU, 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 KN09 NLU registered?

KN09 NLU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is KN09 NLU safe to buy?

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