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MK59 UGN

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,090 mi
Last recorded44,090 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 UGN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 44,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 48% imbalance nsr 97 / osr 52 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 38,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN TO LIMIT ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 33,518 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 30,876 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 28,779 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre meet back box slight leak from clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 25,119 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 22,860 miles

UNDER SEAL

Pass 11 Sep 2019 22,628 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in underseal not allowing full check (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 22,627 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm/axle spring mountings both sides corroded badly (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in underseal not allowing full check (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 21,714 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 21,227 miles

Nearside Rear brake is slightly binding

Pass 10 Sep 2016 20,043 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 18,171 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 15,920 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,355 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 10,350 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 UGN is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UGN, 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 MK59 UGN registered?

MK59 UGN is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is MK59 UGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 UGN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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