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KN59 LFZ

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

67,148 mi
Last recorded67,148 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 LFZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 67,148 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

handbrake travel close to excess

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2025 59,101 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Top mounting washer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Top mounting washer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear silencer corroded and rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 1 Mar 2024 50,616 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3 mm and bald on inner edge (175/65/14) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust clamp corroded away/missing,system still secure and supported

Rear Rear silencer outer skin peeling

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 43,709 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Box Corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2022 41,566 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 41,565 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 39,857 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 39,857 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 39,106 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 38,845 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 38,596 miles

Central Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2017 38,180 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 37,798 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 37,255 miles

Both rear brakes have slight bind

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2014 36,188 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r brake slightly binding.

sump corroded.

Pass 5 Mar 2013 34,603 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 29,766 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust rear box slightly deteriorated

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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KN59 LFZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KN59 LFZ, 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 KN59 LFZ registered?

KN59 LFZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is KN59 LFZ safe to buy?

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