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MK59 ZBY

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,793 mi
Last recorded44,793 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 44,793 miles

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Fail 6 Nov 2025 44,793 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 6 Nov 2024 39,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 31,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear axle covered in corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2022 21,237 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 21,191 miles

Exhaust rear section corroded.

Fuel cap not fitted correctly.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 20,973 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 20,819 miles

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)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 20,495 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)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 17,563 miles

back box corroded slightly

osf tyre low tread

Pass 9 Aug 2014
Pass 24 Aug 2013 11,862 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 8,943 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 ZBY is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 ZBY, 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 ZBY registered?

MK59 ZBY is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is MK59 ZBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 ZBY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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