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PN09 ZGP

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

70,427 mi
Last recorded70,427 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN09 ZGP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 70,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jan 2026 70,421 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 62,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust flexi pipe broken & back box outer skin corroded.

Pass 16 Dec 2023 53,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2023 53,893 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 46,262 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 46,262 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 38,589 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 38,589 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 37,397 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 36,097 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 36,097 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 33,196 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 33,196 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 30,236 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 26,949 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 23,722 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 20,804 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 17,563 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,588 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 13,588 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 9,468 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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PN09 ZGP is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 PN09 ZGP, 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 PN09 ZGP registered?

PN09 ZGP is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is PN09 ZGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN09 ZGP shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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