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RK59 YBZ

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,091 mi
Last recorded81,091 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 YBZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 81,091 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 76,084 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2023 70,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2022 66,655 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 63,613 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 860,683 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear box slitly croded

Pass 24 Jul 2019 57,185 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 52,746 miles

Nearside and offside front tyre's wearing on outer wall

Offside rear tyre perished

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

Fail 16 Jun 2018 52,640 miles

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

Nearside and offside front tyre's wearing on outer wall

Offside rear tyre perished

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 46,343 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 38,256 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 31,680 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 24,847 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 12,167 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 10,700 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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RK59 YBZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RK59 YBZ, 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 RK59 YBZ registered?

RK59 YBZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is RK59 YBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK59 YBZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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