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RE09 LYH

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,150 mi
Last recorded126,150 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE09 LYH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 126,150 miles

Rear lightly corroded rear subframe

Pass 16 Nov 2023 126,025 miles

lightly corroded rear sub frame

Pass 22 Nov 2022 123,707 miles

lightly corroded rear sub frame

Pass 19 Nov 2021 120,364 miles

Exhaust system and back box heavily corroded

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

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

Pass 5 May 2020 115,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust back box heavily corroded

Pass 4 May 2019 104,650 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 104,528 miles

Nearside Front tyre showing wear and cut in tread

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 104,528 miles

Nearside Front tyre showing wear and cut in tread

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 May 2017 103,239 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both front suspension arms rear bushes worn

front tyres worn to 3mm

rear exhaust silencer corroded

washers poor

Pass 11 Apr 2016 98,994 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 91,884 miles

rear exhaust box deterioated

Pass 18 Jun 2014 83,280 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front exhaust bracket corroded

rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2014 83,280 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front exhaust bracket corroded

rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2013 71,467 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to get low on tread

offside rear tyre starting to get low on tread

rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 11 Jun 2013 71,467 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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)

nearside rear tyre starting to get low on tread

offside rear tyre starting to get low on tread

rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2012 57,940 miles

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

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 LYH is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LYH, 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 RE09 LYH registered?

RE09 LYH is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is RE09 LYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE09 LYH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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