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RK59 YHE

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,109 mi
Last recorded63,109 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 YHE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 63,109 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 60,122 miles

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

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 57,945 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 53,402 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 53,402 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 43,961 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 39,323 miles

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 37,015 miles

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,292 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2018 36,292 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2017 35,550 miles

discs worn

Pass 5 Oct 2016 35,058 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 33,793 miles

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

discs worn

exhaust rusty

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,557 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 30,811 miles

discs worn

Pass 4 Sep 2012 29,517 miles

exhaust system 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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RK59 YHE 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 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 RK59 YHE, 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 YHE registered?

RK59 YHE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is RK59 YHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK59 YHE 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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