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ML09 NZF

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,552 mi
Last recorded86,552 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 NZF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 86,552 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 25 Apr 2024 84,860 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Moisture in lens

Fail 25 Apr 2024 84,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Moisture in lens

Pass 28 Apr 2023 81,544 miles

front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Fail 24 Apr 2023 81,543 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 5 May 2022 77,583 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 71,793 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 64,961 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 58,945 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 51,713 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 44,449 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 36,808 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 29,116 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 23,750 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 18,713 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 18,713 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 14,013 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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ML09 NZF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ML09 NZF, 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 ML09 NZF registered?

ML09 NZF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 August 2009.

Is ML09 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML09 NZF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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