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LD09 ALU

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,502 mi
Last recorded99,502 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD09 ALU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 99,502 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 92,588 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2024 92,557 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2023 89,078 miles

Very slight movement in the O/S/F strut top mount

Pass 12 Jul 2022 83,044 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 82,977 miles

Exhaust system insecure Front exhaust bracket rusted through. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))

Nearside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 76,105 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 68,672 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 63,034 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 56,800 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 56,800 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 56,087 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 52,424 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 46,918 miles

rear exhaust is deteriorated

Fail 15 Apr 2016 46,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust is deteriorated

Pass 16 Apr 2015 43,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 34,103 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 28,197 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 20,454 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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LD09 ALU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black 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 LD09 ALU, 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 LD09 ALU registered?

LD09 ALU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is LD09 ALU safe to buy?

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