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NX59 UMA

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,839 mi
Last recorded19,839 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX59 UMA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 19,839 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 19,501 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 19,139 miles

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 18,575 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 18,575 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 17,922 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides, o/s/r & n/s/r. (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 17,434 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust corroded

Fail 22 Sep 2020 17,434 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2019 16,803 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 16,017 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

Fail 26 Sep 2018 16,017 miles

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

Both rear tyres cracking

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 15,144 miles

Both front top suspension mounts, cups and nuts corroded

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 1 Sep 2016 14,168 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 8 Sep 2015 13,103 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 13,103 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 11,831 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 10,526 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 8,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 UMA 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 77.8%.

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 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 NX59 UMA, 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 NX59 UMA registered?

NX59 UMA is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is NX59 UMA safe to buy?

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