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KU09 ZTW

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

54,271 mi
Last recorded54,271 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 ZTW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 54,271 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Rear axle corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2025 54,271 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted OSF inner pad dropped out of carrier but still in place (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc corroded on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Rear axle corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2024 52,283 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 51,182 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2023 51,182 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak at rear to middle (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 49,751 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 48,220 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 47,131 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing from front pipe and back box joints (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 46,313 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 45,454 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 45,454 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 44,457 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 43,547 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 42,535 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 41,306 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 41,306 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 38,865 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 32,630 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 25,443 miles

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

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 ZTW is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ZTW, 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 ZTW registered?

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

Is KU09 ZTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 ZTW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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