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NV59 VKC

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

112,238 mi
Last recorded112,238 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV59 VKC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 112,238 miles

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable as well as corroded (5.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2019 111,994 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable as well as corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 103,897 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met.o/s low .

Fail 18 Dec 2018 103,897 miles

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

parking brake efficiency only just met.o/s low .

Pass 21 Dec 2017 93,871 miles

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

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

o/s rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 30 Dec 2016 91,014 miles

Front Oil leak sump pan. ()

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 83,156 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 83,156 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 71,096 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 71,096 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 59,338 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 59,338 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 44,685 miles

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

Rear exhaust box corroded and starting to leak.

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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NV59 VKC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 NV59 VKC, 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 NV59 VKC registered?

NV59 VKC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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