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MA59 EVL

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,789 mi
Last recorded111,789 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA59 EVL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2021 111,789 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 103,777 miles

Rear axle corroded might need replaced soon

Pass 2 Dec 2019 100,125 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 95,341 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 95,341 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear light lens cracked

Pass 24 Nov 2017 90,313 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 90,093 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 83,412 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 68,614 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 58,704 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 58,704 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 43,203 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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MA59 EVL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MA59 EVL, 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 MA59 EVL registered?

MA59 EVL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is MA59 EVL safe to buy?

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