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NU59 CME

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

77,652 mi
Last recorded77,652 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU59 CME
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 77,652 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 77,652 miles

Rear Axle with an unsafe modification corroded (5.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 69,058 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 68,778 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2020 68,778 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Excessive deterioration (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 65,591 miles

Damage to n/s/f bumper

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 58,268 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

both front strut top retainers corroded

brake pipes corroding under plastic coverings

front exhaust flexible joint corroded

rear brake hose ferrules corroded

rear silencer corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2017 51,858 miles

Front strut tops becoming corroded

Oil leak sump corroded ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust front pipe bracket corroded

exhaust system becoming deteriorated

unable to see all brake pipes

Pass 30 Aug 2016 45,421 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust front pipe bracket corroded

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

unable to see all brake pipes

Fail 30 Aug 2016 45,421 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

all four tyre valves perished

exhaust front pipe bracket corroded

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

unable to see all brake pipes

Pass 21 Aug 2015 38,958 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

slight oil leak from n/s front drive shaft oil seal in gearbox

Pass 12 Sep 2014 33,119 miles

oil leak from n/s front drive shaft

Fail 12 Sep 2014 33,110 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

both front tyre valves perishing

oil leak from n/s front drive shaft

Fail 29 Aug 2013 25,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust tailpipe showing signs of corrosion (outer case corroded)

n/s wiper blade end slightly torn

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to plastic trims

Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

exhaust tailpipe showing signs of corrosion (outer case corroded)

n/s wiper blade end slightly torn

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to plastic trims

Pass 5 Sep 2012 19,110 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer showing signs of corrosion

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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NU59 CME 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 68.8%.

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 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 NU59 CME, 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 NU59 CME registered?

NU59 CME is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is NU59 CME safe to buy?

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