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KU09 ZTV

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,763 mi
Last recorded90,763 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 ZTV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 90,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2025 90,752 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 89,877 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 88,373 miles

corrosion to rear axle (spring pans)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2023 88,373 miles

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

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

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

corrosion to rear axle (spring pans)

Pass 9 Nov 2022 84,499 miles

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

Front crumple zone corroded

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 77,475 miles

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

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

Offside Rear offside bump stop snapped

Pass 10 Nov 2020 76,510 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 73,500 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Front Flexi (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear handbrake cable insecure

Offside Rear handbrake cable insecure

Pass 28 Nov 2018 67,993 miles

Exhaust deteriated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 61,591 miles

Exhaust flexi and rear silencer deteriated

Fail 27 Nov 2017 61,591 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Exhaust flexi and rear silencer deteriated

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 56,434 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 50,822 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 46,279 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 45,577 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 36,982 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,500 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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KU09 ZTV is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU09 ZTV, 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

How do I check the history of KU09 ZTV?

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What year was KU09 ZTV registered?

KU09 ZTV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is KU09 ZTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 ZTV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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