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MV09 OBZ

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,784 mi
Last recorded75,784 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV09 OBZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 75,784 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 69,835 miles

Rear subframe corrodded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Jun 2024 65,729 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 63,767 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2023 63,765 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 57,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 57,695 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear section blowing in multiple places and affecting emissions test (8.2.1.1 (b))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 48,531 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 48,531 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 48,324 miles

exhaust system deteriorated front to rear

Fail 30 Jun 2021 48,324 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

exhaust system deteriorated front to rear

Pass 7 Jan 2020 46,728 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 44,608 miles

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

bottom radiator damp/staining

Pass 6 Jan 2018 44,285 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

front exhaust mount corroded through

Pass 16 Jan 2017 39,410 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 35,387 miles

Front exhaust retaining bracket corroded and broken but system still secure

Fail 10 Sep 2015 35,381 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front exhaust retaining bracket corroded and broken but system still secure

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,718 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 30,442 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 24,523 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 17,311 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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MV09 OBZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MV09 OBZ, 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 MV09 OBZ registered?

MV09 OBZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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The MOT history for MV09 OBZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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