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RJ59 BYB

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,658 mi
Last recorded121,658 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 BYB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 121,658 miles

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

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2024 111,745 miles

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

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

Rear corrosion

Pass 19 Apr 2023 105,664 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

slight transmission leak

Pass 30 Apr 2022 101,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 101,732 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 94,711 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 88,736 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 81,736 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 76,011 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 68,957 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 62,288 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 55,533 miles

steering wheel possibly weakened

Pass 30 Nov 2013 45,861 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 39,274 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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RJ59 BYB is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RJ59 BYB, 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 RJ59 BYB registered?

RJ59 BYB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is RJ59 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ59 BYB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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