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PJ09 XZL

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,586 mi
Last recorded65,586 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 65,586 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 65,586 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2025 54,913 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 54,742 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 53,488 miles

Central exhaust slight leak of gases

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle at spring mounts both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 53,230 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible section and clamps deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 52,877 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle frame n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 52,385 miles

Coil spring corroded n/s o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 51,355 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2019 51,348 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jul 2018 48,582 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 46,202 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 43,354 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 43,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 40,634 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 35,947 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 29,609 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 29,609 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 23,819 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 23,819 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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PJ09 XZL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 PJ09 XZL, 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 PJ09 XZL registered?

PJ09 XZL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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