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MX59 WXC

2009 Ford Ka

Brown Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,588 mi
Last recorded83,588 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX59 WXC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 83,588 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 76,403 miles

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

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 72,169 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 67,596 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

clamp missing on exhaust

oil leak from sump but not excessive

Pass 21 Jan 2022 63,710 miles

Rear exhaust clamp missing center to rear box

Fail 17 Jan 2022 63,710 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Service brake excessively fluctuating Both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust clamp missing center to rear box

Pass 10 Sep 2020 58,055 miles

Minor coolant stains on bottom corner of radiator

Nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Rear exhaust clamp missing but exhaust still secure

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

Fail 10 Sep 2020 58,055 miles

Minor coolant stains on bottom corner of radiator

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear exhaust clamp missing but exhaust still secure

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

Pass 4 Sep 2019 50,879 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

front exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 10 May 2018 46,392 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 43,026 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 9 Sep 2016 35,824 miles

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

corrosion rear exhaust silencer

Fail 8 Sep 2016 35,824 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

corrosion rear exhaust silencer

Pass 9 Sep 2015 28,817 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 25,260 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 25,260 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 21,734 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 18,495 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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MX59 WXC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Brown with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MX59 WXC, 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 MX59 WXC registered?

MX59 WXC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is MX59 WXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX59 WXC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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