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NU09 XVB

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,985 mi
Last recorded73,985 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 73,985 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 66,730 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 58,953 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 48,706 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 48,704 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring holders both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 46,892 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 39,751 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 38,455 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,234 miles

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

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

corrosion on exhaust backbox

Pass 26 Apr 2018 32,821 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 29,687 miles

corrosion on exhaust backbox

Pass 28 Apr 2016 26,633 miles

corrosion on exhaust backbox outer skin

Pass 5 May 2015 23,779 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 23,779 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 19,425 miles

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)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 14,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 14,712 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 9,745 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 XVB 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 83.3%.

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 NU09 XVB, 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 NU09 XVB registered?

NU09 XVB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is NU09 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU09 XVB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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