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SD59 ZWY

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

97,641 mi
Last recorded97,641 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 ZWY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 97,641 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 97,639 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 95,129 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 91,084 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 82,848 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2021 82,845 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Axle fractured badly corroded (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 9 Sep 2021 82,639 miles

Offside Rear Axle fractured badly corroded. (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2020 79,038 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 72,212 miles

both number plate slightly deterorated

Pass 10 Sep 2018 68,759 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 62,525 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 55,528 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 48,307 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 40,476 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 32,169 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 22,964 miles

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

both no plates det

Fail 26 Sep 2012 22,964 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)

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

both no plates det

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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SD59 ZWY is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SD59 ZWY, 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 SD59 ZWY registered?

SD59 ZWY is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is SD59 ZWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD59 ZWY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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