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RJ59 LXF

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,472 mi
Last recorded24,472 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 LXF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 24,472 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 23,171 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 22,031 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front top mount has play

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

Fail 1 Dec 2023 22,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front top mount has play

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 20,778 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front top mount has play

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 19,476 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,391 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 18,391 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 17,245 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 15,625 miles

Coolant leak thermostat housing ()

Pass 25 Nov 2017 13,853 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 12,225 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 10,588 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 8,840 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 6,709 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 4,915 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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 LXF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LXF, 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.

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What year was RJ59 LXF registered?

RJ59 LXF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is RJ59 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ59 LXF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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