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MK59 UGD

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,990 mi
Last recorded58,990 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 UGD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 58,990 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 55,956 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 55,956 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 51,272 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 47,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 44,469 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 42,429 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2019 32,381 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 32,381 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 May 2018 21,319 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 11,972 miles

Exhaust rear silencer corroded.

Fail 22 May 2017 11,826 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust rear silencer corroded.

Pass 6 May 2016 8,042 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 7,446 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust back box corroded

parking brake warning light intermitently dimmly lit

Fail 11 Aug 2015 7,446 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust back box corroded

parking brake warning light intermitently dimmly lit

Pass 1 Sep 2014 5,694 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 4,187 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 3,410 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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MK59 UGD is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver 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 MK59 UGD, 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 MK59 UGD registered?

MK59 UGD is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is MK59 UGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 UGD 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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