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LM58 ZLE

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

60,572 mi
Last recorded60,572 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 ZLE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 60,572 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 60,572 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 60,126 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both are slightly blistered (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer switch is intermittent

Pass 6 Jan 2020 59,036 miles

Nearside Front slight play in suspension top mount

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 58,230 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 3 Jan 2019 58,230 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 5 Jan 2018 57,654 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 57,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 56,077 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 52,745 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 44,815 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2015 44,815 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 37,546 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 37,546 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 28,719 miles

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

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

oil leak from oil filter

Fail 7 Jan 2012 189,014 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 189,014 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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LM58 ZLE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LM58 ZLE, 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

How do I check the history of LM58 ZLE?

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What year was LM58 ZLE registered?

LM58 ZLE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 January 2009.

Is LM58 ZLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 ZLE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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