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LM09 FLA

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,068 mi
Last recorded91,068 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 FLA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 91,068 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 91,068 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 90,950 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 87,881 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Rear rear axle corroded

engine oil close to minimum

Pass 3 Nov 2022 82,197 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 77,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly misshaped.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 77,845 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly misshaped.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 73,564 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 64,113 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective osf wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 56,332 miles

front brake pads wearing low,and front wipers need replace ment

Fail 16 May 2018 56,332 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

front brake pads wearing low,and front wipers need replace ment

Pass 10 May 2017 48,837 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 40,091 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 31,929 miles

clutch pedel assembley in urgent need of repair/replacement

Pass 29 May 2014 26,328 miles

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

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

clutch pedal loose/insecure

Pass 29 May 2013 21,720 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 19,069 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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LM09 FLA is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black 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 LM09 FLA, 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 LM09 FLA registered?

LM09 FLA is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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