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MF59 LDN

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,639 mi
Last recorded81,639 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 LDN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 81,639 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 78,228 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 78,227 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 72,276 miles

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

Nearside Rear handbrake poor

Pass 12 Jul 2022 63,468 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 Jul 2021 57,297 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 51,690 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 46,361 miles

exhaust centre section corroded

exhaust flexi joint deteriorating slightly

exhaust rear section corroded

front discs lipped

n\s\f shock absorber slightly leaking

Fail 10 Jul 2019 46,358 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

exhaust centre section corroded

exhaust flexi joint deteriorating slightly

exhaust rear section corroded

front discs lipped

n\s\f shock absorber slightly leaking

Pass 10 Aug 2018 40,842 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 38,412 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 35,203 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 35,202 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 31,590 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,231 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 20,975 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 20,975 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2012 17,439 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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MF59 LDN 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 MF59 LDN, 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 MF59 LDN registered?

MF59 LDN is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is MF59 LDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 LDN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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