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KP09 LHE

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,699 mi
Last recorded63,699 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP09 LHE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 63,699 miles

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

General corrosion underbody

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 63,684 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bulkhead holed all the way along (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 59,390 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2025 59,379 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 10 Jun 2024 56,672 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 10 Jun 2024 56,672 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 22 May 2023 49,687 miles

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2022 43,313 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2022 43,313 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 38,480 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 32,253 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp insecure

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

Fail 11 Jun 2020 32,251 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog lamp insecure

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 25,268 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 25,265 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly perished

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,901 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 23,820 miles

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 18 May 2015 21,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2014 19,102 miles

n/s rear tyre wearing low

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 15 May 2013 16,096 miles

offside and nearside rear tyre wear

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 28 May 2012 13,575 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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KP09 LHE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KP09 LHE, 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 KP09 LHE registered?

KP09 LHE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is KP09 LHE safe to buy?

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