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M444 DSE

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,305 mi
Last recorded34,305 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM444 DSE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 34,305 miles

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 22 Jan 2026 34,299 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 25,727 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear axle corroded but not significantly

Fail 27 Jan 2025 25,725 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear axle corroded but not significantly

Pass 22 Jan 2024 19,034 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 22 Jan 2024 19,034 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2023 16,512 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 13,630 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 13,630 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 10,114 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 10,114 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 9,316 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear wiper missing

Fail 23 Jan 2020 9,316 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear wiper missing

Pass 26 Jan 2019 8,202 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 8,150 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,733 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 7,575 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 6,978 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 5,533 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 4,664 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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M444 DSE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 M444 DSE, 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 M444 DSE registered?

M444 DSE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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