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MJ59 RYP

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,053 mi
Last recorded94,053 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ59 RYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 94,053 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2025 94,053 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 92,657 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play WISHBONE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 92,657 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play WISHBONE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 91,050 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 89,360 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 89,360 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 88,124 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 88,124 miles

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

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 86,537 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 84,995 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split but still clearing (3.4 (b) (i))

rear exhaust back box, outer skin peeling off due to corrosion

Pass 22 Dec 2018 80,263 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 72,154 miles

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

rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2016 63,044 miles

o/s/f tyre tread worn bald inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2015 54,700 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 47,463 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 38,044 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 28,147 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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MJ59 RYP is a 2009 Ford Ka in White 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 MJ59 RYP, 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 MJ59 RYP registered?

MJ59 RYP is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 December 2009.

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