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LV09 BZW

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,317 mi
Last recorded39,317 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV09 BZW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 39,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre heavily cracking recommend replacing 195/50/15

Nearside Rear Tyre heavily cracking recommend replacing 195/50/15

Offside Front Tyre heavily cracking recommend replacing 195/50/15

Offside Rear Tyre heavily cracking recommend replacing 195/50/15

Pass 28 Aug 2024 35,296 miles

Coil spring corroded Rear both corroded on lower rings! (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust silencer corroded!

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Broke off its clamp! cable tied on! (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Temporary fuel filler cap fitted!

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres are cracking on edges! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 30,084 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 25,180 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2022 24,943 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin X2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 19,735 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 15,139 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Aug 2019 13,727 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 12,697 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 11,953 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 11,038 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Apr 2015 10,295 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2014 9,422 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 8,867 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,498 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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LV09 BZW 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 93.3%.

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 LV09 BZW, 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 LV09 BZW registered?

LV09 BZW is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is LV09 BZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV09 BZW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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