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MX09 TKZ

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,562 mi
Last recorded71,562 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX09 TKZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 71,562 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flkexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside+offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside+offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside+offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear shocks corroded nearside+offside

Pass 22 Nov 2024 65,646 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 59,953 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2023 59,953 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 51,977 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 45,739 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 45,739 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 41,379 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 40,082 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 39,165 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 36,238 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 34,156 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 31,577 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,022 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 25,826 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 25,826 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 23,282 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 23,282 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 20,579 miles

Exhaust back box heavily corroded

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

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

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 TKZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MX09 TKZ, 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 TKZ registered?

MX09 TKZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2009.

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