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RE09 LYC

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,891 mi
Last recorded30,891 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE09 LYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 30,891 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 29,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 27,219 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 25,765 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 24,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 23,793 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 23,111 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 22,423 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 20,700 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 19,191 miles

engine covers fitted

n/s/f tyre worn 2mm

rear tyres worn 3mm

Pass 22 Jun 2016 17,211 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 14,715 miles

n/s/r tyre worn 3mm & nail in tread.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 13,118 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,972 miles

o/s/f tyre worn 3mm & worn on edges.

Pass 15 Jun 2012 8,614 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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RE09 LYC is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RE09 LYC, 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

How do I check the history of RE09 LYC?

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What year was RE09 LYC registered?

RE09 LYC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is RE09 LYC safe to buy?

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