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LO59 FJC

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,932 mi
Last recorded118,932 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO59 FJC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 118,932 miles

Rear axle has corrosion

Pass 19 Sep 2024 110,834 miles

Front Subframe outer arms showing corrosion

Rear Axel showing corrosion

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 103,232 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front subframe front arms going to cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear subframe ( axel ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 97,741 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 94,636 miles

exhaust system slightly corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2021 94,636 miles

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

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2019 92,884 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 92,884 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 85,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3mm on inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Fail 30 Nov 2018 85,534 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3mm on inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear bump stop detached

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 8 Dec 2017 79,179 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

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

Rear exhaust corroded not blowing

Pass 10 Dec 2016 70,705 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 62,861 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play rack end/track rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

rear silencer outer casing detiorated

Pass 2 Dec 2014 56,275 miles

exhaust backbox slightly corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2013 48,315 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 37,362 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LO59 FJC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LO59 FJC, 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 LO59 FJC registered?

LO59 FJC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 December 2009.

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