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LL09 EXM

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,826 mi
Last recorded73,826 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL09 EXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 73,826 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 4 Feb 2026 73,825 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 68,176 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp worked when tapped

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 61,634 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 56,207 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 55,408 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 51,368 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 51,264 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 50,671 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 50,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2019 48,349 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 45,901 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 43,348 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 40,143 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 37,234 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 27,328 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 18,886 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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LL09 EXM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LL09 EXM, 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 LL09 EXM registered?

LL09 EXM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is LL09 EXM safe to buy?

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