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SH09 MWE

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,727 mi
Last recorded86,727 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 MWE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 86,727 miles

Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 86,721 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2024 80,743 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 73,642 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 73,622 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front bonnet stay missing

Pass 23 Sep 2022 68,506 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 64,946 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 61,304 miles

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))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 61,304 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (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))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 60,610 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 59,086 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 57,310 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 57,310 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2017 56,979 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 55,028 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 47,474 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2015 47,474 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 33,294 miles

both rear tyres outer sidewalls cracking

exhaust back box corroding

Pass 24 May 2013 18,965 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 12,513 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 8,309 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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SH09 MWE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SH09 MWE, 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 SH09 MWE registered?

SH09 MWE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is SH09 MWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 MWE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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