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MK59 ZBX

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

66,285 mi
Last recorded66,285 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 66,285 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 63,155 miles

Cambelt due??

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 63,155 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Cambelt due??

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 54,780 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2018 54,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 44,891 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust back box slightly corroded and has a minor leak. (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 41,860 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 41,860 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 39,167 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 34,954 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 34,954 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 30,493 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Fail 20 Sep 2013 30,490 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 21 Sep 2012 24,291 miles

all 4 tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

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 ZBX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZBX, 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 ZBX registered?

MK59 ZBX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is MK59 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 ZBX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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