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LX59 ZZU

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,556 mi
Last recorded38,556 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 ZZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 38,556 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 38,547 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 36,486 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 35,181 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 34,703 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 34,350 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 33,972 miles

off side rear brake slightly binding

Pass 22 Aug 2019 33,592 miles

Offside Rear wheel binding when turned by hand

Pass 24 Aug 2018 33,135 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 32,260 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 31,442 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 30,305 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 29,074 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,817 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside front tyre perishing

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 22 Aug 2012 26,019 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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LX59 ZZU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver 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 LX59 ZZU, 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 LX59 ZZU?

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What year was LX59 ZZU registered?

LX59 ZZU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is LX59 ZZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 ZZU 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.

Does LX59 ZZU have outstanding finance?

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