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PN59 BXE

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,358 mi
Last recorded77,358 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 BXE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 77,358 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 69,811 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 63,812 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 63,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 59,886 miles

Nearside Front mirror glass danmaged

Fail 3 Sep 2020 59,885 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front mirror glass danmaged

engine oil cap missing

Pass 28 Aug 2019 55,910 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Strongly advise further investigation\repair (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 55,910 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Strongly advise further investigation\repair (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 50,473 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 47,323 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 44,564 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 44,564 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 43,834 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. noticeably lower than offside (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 10 Sep 2015 43,834 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release drivers (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. noticeably lower than offside (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 37,802 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 29,678 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 22,691 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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PN59 BXE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 PN59 BXE, 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 PN59 BXE registered?

PN59 BXE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is PN59 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN59 BXE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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