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MX09 RFN

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,148 mi
Last recorded64,148 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX09 RFN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 64,148 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 64,147 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 57,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi outer snapped causing slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 57,711 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi outer snapped causing slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 49,612 miles

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

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

rear axle corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2024 49,612 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2023 45,972 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2023 45,971 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

rear axle corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2022 42,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2022 42,183 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 38,168 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear clamp missing and exhaust in poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 37,662 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 31,068 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 29,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm also cracking (4.1.E.1)

O/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 28 Mar 2018 29,022 miles

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

N/s/f brake binding

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm also cracking (4.1.E.1)

O/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2017 26,557 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 24,852 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 23,952 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 21,599 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 17,071 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 12,303 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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MX09 RFN is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 MX09 RFN, 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 MX09 RFN registered?

MX09 RFN is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 July 2009.

Is MX09 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX09 RFN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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