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NU09 XGC

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

107,455 mi
Last recorded107,455 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU09 XGC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 107,455 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 103,449 miles

All suspension springs heavily corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front tyres worn on edges

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2023 103,449 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system also brake caliper ns/f (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All suspension springs heavily corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front tyres worn on edges

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 98,353 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 90,575 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 90,575 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 87,035 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 79,578 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2019 79,578 miles

Exhaust system corroded

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

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

Pass 26 May 2018 73,132 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 May 2018 73,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 65,172 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 65,172 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 52,579 miles

rear exhaust deterioated front discs pitted

Pass 27 May 2015 41,503 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 33,742 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 26,292 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 May 2012 11,045 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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NU09 XGC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NU09 XGC, 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 NU09 XGC registered?

NU09 XGC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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