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LR59 LKL

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

89,858 mi
Last recorded89,858 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 LKL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 89,858 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 81,824 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 81,746 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 2 May 2023 77,822 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 77,822 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 68,873 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 65,188 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 65,817 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

Pass 21 Sep 2019 62,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 62,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 56,516 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 49,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 42,182 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 36,627 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 23,040 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres 2/3mm on edges recommend replacement//

both rear tyres 3mm on outer edge//

lip on front brake discs recommend check//

rear exhaust silencer corroded outer skin//

Pass 16 Sep 2013 8,843 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 3,364 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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LR59 LKL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LR59 LKL, 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 LR59 LKL registered?

LR59 LKL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is LR59 LKL safe to buy?

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