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KS09 BSU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,305 mi
Last recorded98,305 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 BSU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 98,305 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 95,058 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 95,056 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Area marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread lines (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 31 Dec 2022 84,816 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 77,587 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 71,711 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Mar 2020 65,773 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut 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))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 59,553 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 55,127 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 49,415 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 46,071 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 40,153 miles

Exhaust rear silencer corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2014 33,585 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 27,823 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 21,281 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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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KS09 BSU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 KS09 BSU, 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 KS09 BSU registered?

KS09 BSU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is KS09 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 BSU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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