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SC09 LGZ

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,463 mi
Last recorded64,463 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC09 LGZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 64,463 miles

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

superficial corrosion on coil springs but not to excess

Pass 26 Jun 2025 52,846 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2025 52,845 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at spring seat support.. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 51,095 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2024 51,094 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 49,755 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 47,942 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 46,067 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 44,764 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose front flex (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Jun 2019 69,552 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 69,551 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 58,669 miles

rear silencer outer skin peeling .but gas tight

Fail 27 Jun 2018 58,668 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

rear silencer outer skin peeling .but gas tight

Pass 23 Jun 2017 47,153 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 24,953 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 21,103 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 17,254 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 13,745 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 13,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 10,801 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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SC09 LGZ 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 SC09 LGZ, 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 SC09 LGZ registered?

SC09 LGZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is SC09 LGZ safe to buy?

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