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LD59 VBA

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

56,470 mi
Last recorded56,470 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 VBA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 56,470 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Head light loose

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

Top up oil 1litre 5/30

Pass 25 Nov 2024 54,645 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall - just acceptable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall - just acceptable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer delaminating

Fail 25 Nov 2024 54,645 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall - just acceptable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall - just acceptable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer delaminating

Pass 5 Dec 2023 53,306 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

exhaust back box delaminating

Fail 5 Dec 2023 53,306 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust back box delaminating

Pass 15 Nov 2022 49,045 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear silencer delaminating

Pass 24 Nov 2021 44,568 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear silencer delaminating

Pass 27 Nov 2020 38,568 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 35,628 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 33,088 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 30,759 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 29,259 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2016 29,259 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 28,827 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 22,981 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 17,268 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 13,535 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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LD59 VBA is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LD59 VBA, 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 LD59 VBA registered?

LD59 VBA is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2009.

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