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LN59 ZBU

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,741 mi
Last recorded78,741 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN59 ZBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 78,741 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 78,091 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 76,726 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts. + nsr sidewalls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 75,113 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 73,259 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 73,258 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 72,022 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 72,022 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine engine sump pan corroded/leaking excessively advise customer not to drive the vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 70,856 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive From sump (porous) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 70,226 miles

o/s/r tyre has a nail

Pass 18 Sep 2017 68,842 miles

sump is porous and started to leak oil

Pass 15 Sep 2016 67,241 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 67,240 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,908 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

front wiper blade deteriorating

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,038 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 40,478 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge and perishing outer side wall

offside front tyre wearing in the middle

Fail 17 Sep 2012 30,254 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 30,254 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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LN59 ZBU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LN59 ZBU, 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

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What year was LN59 ZBU registered?

LN59 ZBU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 September 2009.

Is LN59 ZBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN59 ZBU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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