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KU09 DHZ

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,492 mi
Last recorded65,492 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 DHZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 65,492 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 61,529 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 56,957 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 43,432 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (rear suspension beam) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 43,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (excessively cracked exposing cords) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (excessively cracked exposing cords) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (centre to rear joint excessive blow) (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (rear suspension beam) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 39,821 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 38,512 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 37,073 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2019 35,743 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2018 31,119 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2017 27,764 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs corroded

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2016 23,109 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear exhaust corroded

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 19,643 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 16,741 miles

Exhaust tail box corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2013 12,972 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 9,409 miles

rear silencer corroded

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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KU09 DHZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KU09 DHZ, 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 KU09 DHZ registered?

KU09 DHZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is KU09 DHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 DHZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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