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LO09 VJX

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,352 mi
Last recorded70,352 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 VJX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 70,352 miles

both front tyres slightly wearing inner edge

exhaust corroded

rear axel corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2025 105,132 miles

exhaust corroded

rear axle corroded

Fail 28 Mar 2025 105,132 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2024 97,855 miles

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

exhaust corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2023 90,497 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Fail 17 Mar 2023 90,496 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2022 87,694 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 87,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 85,588 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides from inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 48,368 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 45,628 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 41,538 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 32,544 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 30,206 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 23,599 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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LO09 VJX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VJX, 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 LO09 VJX?

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What year was LO09 VJX registered?

LO09 VJX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 August 2009.

Is LO09 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO09 VJX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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