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NX59 OCJ

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,897 mi
Last recorded113,897 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX59 OCJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 113,897 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear hand brake made requirement could do with service /adjustment

Pass 8 Nov 2024 110,775 miles

Central Rear wiper blade defective

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 110,773 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Rear wiper blade defective

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 106,663 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 100,676 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 100,676 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 95,307 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 90,615 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 90,615 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 86,318 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2019 86,318 miles

Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 76,241 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2018 76,241 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 65,562 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 64,094 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 53,198 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 44,803 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,412 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 29,411 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,934 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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NX59 OCJ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NX59 OCJ, 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 NX59 OCJ registered?

NX59 OCJ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is NX59 OCJ safe to buy?

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