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LG59 VYW

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,640 mi
Last recorded75,640 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 VYW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 75,640 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 74,994 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 74,156 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 71,449 miles

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

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

Underside components corroded.

Fail 24 Feb 2023 71,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 18 Nov 2021 58,580 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2021 58,580 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2020 52,133 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 52,130 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 46,170 miles

Rear exhaust corroding

Pass 25 Oct 2018 41,698 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2017 38,246 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 38,246 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 29,175 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 29,075 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,930 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 24,930 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2014 18,728 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 18,728 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2013 13,582 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 10,329 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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LG59 VYW is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VYW, 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 LG59 VYW registered?

LG59 VYW is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 September 2009.

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