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LG59 VYV

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,379 mi
Last recorded115,379 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 VYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 115,379 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 71,405 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 71,405 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 69,288 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 31 May 2024 69,282 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 66,632 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 64,919 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 61,342 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 57,479 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 54,839 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 53,503 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 50,501 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 42,558 miles

front number plate damaged

Fail 1 Aug 2016 42,558 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front number plate damaged

Pass 22 Aug 2015 36,593 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 34,195 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 29,017 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 22,648 miles

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

N/S REAR WHEEL SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

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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LG59 VYV is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black 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 LG59 VYV, 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 LG59 VYV registered?

LG59 VYV is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is LG59 VYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VYV 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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