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PE59 OBF

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

65,591 mi
Last recorded65,591 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE59 OBF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 65,591 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 64,561 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear rear exhaust box corroded but not leaking.

Pass 4 Mar 2024 101,833 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake pipe joint to hoses corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear exhaust box outer casing corroded but not leaking.

Pass 6 Dec 2023 101,258 miles

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

Nearside Front brake pads wear indicating sensor wire severed.

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear both rear brake drums back plated corroded but not insecure.

Rear both sides brake drums corroded.

Rear exhaust box outer casing corroded but not leaking.

Fail 6 Dec 2023 101,258 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front brake pads wear indicating sensor wire severed.

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear both rear brake drums back plated corroded but not insecure.

Rear both sides brake drums corroded.

Rear exhaust box outer casing corroded but not leaking.

Pass 14 Dec 2022 99,272 miles

ENGINE OIL PAN CORRODED BUT NOT LEAKING

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

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

REAR EXHAUST BOX OUTER CASING CORRODED BUT NOT LEAKING GASES

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 60,011 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded but not leaking.

Pass 14 Dec 2020 58,811 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 56,863 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 52,628 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,400 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 42,298 miles

o/s/f tyre 3mm

o/s/r tyre 2;5mm

rear exhaust box corroided

slight blow from front exhaust pipe joint

Pass 16 Sep 2015 36,924 miles

n/s/f tyre 3mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm

rear exhaust box corroided

Fail 16 Sep 2015 36,924 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre 3mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm

rear exhaust box corroided

Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,037 miles

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2013 26,334 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 26,334 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 20,386 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 20,386 miles

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

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

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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PE59 OBF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PE59 OBF, 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 PE59 OBF registered?

PE59 OBF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is PE59 OBF safe to buy?

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