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MA59 ZXD

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,994 mi
Last recorded51,994 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 51,994 miles

Central Front Coil spring corroded NSF/OSF (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened NSF/OSF (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Coil spring corroded NSR/OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 May 2026 51,987 miles

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

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

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

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

Central Front Coil spring corroded NSF/OSF (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened NSF/OSF (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Coil spring corroded NSR/OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 May 2025 37,808 miles

Central Front Front wipers smearing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 1 May 2025 37,801 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Front wipers smearing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 May 2024 22,773 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 22,739 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 May 2023 14,153 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 14,146 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 12,663 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 12,189 miles

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 7 Oct 2019 11,754 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 11,070 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 10,343 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 9,575 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 8,880 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 7,566 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 5,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 4,760 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 ZXD is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MA59 ZXD, 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

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What year was MA59 ZXD registered?

MA59 ZXD is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 October 2009.

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