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MV09 USU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,987 mi
Last recorded84,987 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 84,987 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 84,987 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 76,382 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2022 76,381 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction items on rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 69,878 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 66,403 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2020 66,403 miles

Brake performance not tested brake pad missing (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 61,944 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2019 61,944 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 54,086 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

clutch slipping

Pass 20 Dec 2017 51,846 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 50,151 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 43,855 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2015 43,855 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2014 33,606 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated but not leaking

Pass 21 Jan 2013 24,588 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 24,588 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 20,886 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 USU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MV09 USU, 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 USU registered?

MV09 USU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is MV09 USU safe to buy?

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