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LG59 XSM

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,868 mi
Last recorded58,868 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 58,868 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 53,816 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Sep 2023 50,484 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases carried out temporary repair (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 47,358 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear!!! (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 47,354 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear!!! (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 44,158 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 42,881 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 68,864 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear wheel has bind when jacked up and wheels rotated

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coils are badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear axle is corroded but not seriously

Pass 29 Aug 2019 40,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing heavily on inner & outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing heavily on inner & outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 37,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner & outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 35,400 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 33,015 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 28,654 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 25,793 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 25,793 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 20,814 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

body work has scratches

Pass 15 Sep 2012 16,249 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 XSM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 LG59 XSM, 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 XSM registered?

LG59 XSM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is LG59 XSM safe to buy?

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