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PN59 LXL

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,859 mi
Last recorded99,859 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 LXL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 99,859 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 98,763 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 96,890 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 96,880 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 93,505 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 93,503 miles

Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 91,139 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 91,137 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Engine oil sump porous just starting to leak

Pass 24 Sep 2020 88,315 miles

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

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

Rear rear axle has some corrosion

Pass 24 May 2019 84,552 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 82,208 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 77,930 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 71,211 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 58,988 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 50,286 miles

Exhaust back box clamp missing

Fail 21 Aug 2014 50,286 miles

Exhaust back box clamp missing

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 42,405 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 35,596 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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PN59 LXL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PN59 LXL, 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 LXL registered?

PN59 LXL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is PN59 LXL safe to buy?

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