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RV59 FKG

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,000 mi
Last recorded82,000 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 FKG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 82,000 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2025 77,819 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 74,063 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2023 68,692 miles

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 68,692 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2022 62,632 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 57,386 miles

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 26 May 2020 53,708 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 49,511 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 46,520 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 46,520 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust clamp missing (corroded off) but system still secure

Front Exhaust mounting defective support band on front pipe corroded and split (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 42,264 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 37,730 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 37,730 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 32,886 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 32,886 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 28,257 miles

Bonnet stay missing from under bonnet

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wiper split

Rear tyres worn approx 3mm-175/65x14

Pass 5 Jul 2013 24,156 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 18,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 18,976 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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RV59 FKG is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV59 FKG, 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 RV59 FKG registered?

RV59 FKG is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is RV59 FKG safe to buy?

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