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LV59 ACF

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,240 mi
Last recorded137,240 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 ACF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 137,240 miles

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 131,256 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 78,128 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2023 78,128 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 73,238 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 69,954 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 66,564 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 62,425 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 62,425 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 58,398 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 58,398 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 53,008 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 48,303 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 48,303 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 42,258 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 35,385 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 35,385 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,267 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 21,211 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 21,211 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,255 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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LV59 ACF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV59 ACF, 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 LV59 ACF registered?

LV59 ACF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LV59 ACF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 ACF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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