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MW09 KSO

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,630 mi
Last recorded63,630 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW09 KSO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 63,630 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside head light unit damaged

Offside head light unit damaged

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 59,083 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2025 59,083 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 55,752 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 49,855 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 49,847 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi and rear box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 40,086 miles

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2021 31,011 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2021 31,007 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,484 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2019 28,006 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2018 26,984 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 25,353 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 23,506 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,793 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 19,354 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 16,103 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,073 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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MW09 KSO is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MW09 KSO, 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 MW09 KSO registered?

MW09 KSO is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 August 2009.

Is MW09 KSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW09 KSO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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