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LX09 WKU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,423 mi
Last recorded21,423 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX09 WKU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 21,423 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 21,156 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 20,822 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 20,822 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 20,470 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 20,180 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 19,828 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2021 19,825 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 18,565 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perised (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 18,151 miles

Rear silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2018 17,781 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 Aug 2017 17,255 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 Aug 2016 16,843 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 16,273 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 15,901 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 13,878 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 11,722 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 10,043 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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LX09 WKU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX09 WKU, 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 LX09 WKU?

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What year was LX09 WKU registered?

LX09 WKU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 April 2009.

Is LX09 WKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX09 WKU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX09 WKU have outstanding finance?

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