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LO09 BDY

2009 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,008 mi
Last recorded43,008 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 BDY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 43,008 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 42,164 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 41,046 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 41,046 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 39,930 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 38,156 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 37,115 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 35,645 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 35,643 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 34,491 miles

centre/rear exhaust heavily corroded,slight blow from rear

Pass 22 Mar 2017 31,876 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 24,624 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,374 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Mar 2014 15,117 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,119 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 10,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 7,457 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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LO09 BDY is a 2009 Ford Ka in Grey 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 LO09 BDY, 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 LO09 BDY registered?

LO09 BDY is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is LO09 BDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO09 BDY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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