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PJ09 VMU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,178 mi
Last recorded89,178 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ09 VMU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 89,178 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside headlight has poor beam

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

under vehicle under sealed

Pass 26 Aug 2025 82,795 miles

under tray fitted

undersealed front to back

Fail 23 Aug 2025 82,778 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2021 77,555 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 71,671 miles

Front clutch pedal damaged but functions as intended

Pass 28 Jun 2019 67,235 miles

Rear axle corroded and very rusty

Pass 30 Jun 2018 62,967 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 60,555 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 27 Jun 2017 60,531 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2016 57,464 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 49,090 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 43,797 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

rear subframe is slightly corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2014 43,797 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

rear subframe is slightly corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2013 30,981 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 30,981 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 19,822 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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PJ09 VMU 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 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 PJ09 VMU, 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 PJ09 VMU registered?

PJ09 VMU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 June 2009.

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