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LB58 ZMU

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,380 mi
Last recorded63,380 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB58 ZMU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 63,380 miles

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

exhaust corroding

front and rear suspension and components corroding

Pass 6 Feb 2025 63,081 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S/F and O/S/F lower arm ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust system corroded [back box]

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 62,925 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre has a screw in the tread ()

rear brake & fuel pipes covered

Pass 7 Feb 2023 62,762 miles

exhaust system deteriorating

rear brake & fuel pipes covered

Pass 7 Feb 2022 62,513 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box is deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

rear fuel & brake pipes are covered

Pass 31 Jan 2021 62,369 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 62,208 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 61,848 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 61,848 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 61,239 miles

Rear exhaust corroded.

Rear shock casings corroded.

Pass 1 Feb 2017 60,784 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 60,454 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 59,992 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LB58 ZMU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LB58 ZMU, 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.

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What year was LB58 ZMU registered?

LB58 ZMU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LB58 ZMU safe to buy?

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