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ND09 SBU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,167 mi
Last recorded52,167 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND09 SBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 52,167 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

wiper split

Pass 5 Jul 2024 43,941 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 32,390 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 32,390 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak cat to center section joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,998 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 21,749 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 21,086 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 20,328 miles

exhaust system poor condition

Pass 15 May 2018 19,294 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm uneven wear

Pass 10 May 2017 17,691 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 16,322 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 15,275 miles

corrosion to coil springs

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to sump pan

Fail 18 May 2015 15,275 miles

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

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

corrosion to coil springs

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to sump pan

Pass 23 May 2014 21,825 miles

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to suspension components

n/s/f tyre 2,5mm,uneven wear

Pass 25 May 2013 11,563 miles

corrosion to exhaust front sections

corrosion to suspension components

front tyres slight uneven wear

Pass 16 May 2012 7,981 miles

corrosion to exhaust.

corrosion to suspension components.

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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ND09 SBU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ND09 SBU, 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 ND09 SBU registered?

ND09 SBU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 June 2009.

Is ND09 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ND09 SBU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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