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SH09 UWZ

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,239 mi
Last recorded37,239 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 UWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 37,239 miles

Knock-through Steering

Pass 21 Feb 2025 35,286 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Knock through steering

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 35,282 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle fractured At spring cup (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle fractured At spring cup (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Knock through steering

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 34,709 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wing at engine mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle fractured at spring cup (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle fractured at spring cup (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front sub frame extension leg holed and corroded

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

knock through steering

Pass 10 Jul 2023 33,881 miles

Front o/s and n/s suspension com. corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 33,881 miles

Front o/s and n/s suspension com. corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 32,242 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 30,035 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 28,074 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 28,073 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 26,708 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 24,859 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 23,263 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 21,569 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,577 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,552 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 15,699 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 13,927 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 UWZ is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UWZ, 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 SH09 UWZ registered?

SH09 UWZ is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is SH09 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 UWZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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