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SJ58 XAF

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,990 mi
Last recorded28,990 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 XAF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 28,990 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 22,845 miles

both front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated

both rear coil springs corroded

nearside outer sill corroded

offside rear brake light dim but still illuminating

rear axle slightly corroded

slight play at offside front suspension arm ball joint

Fail 2 Apr 2025 22,843 miles

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

both front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated

both rear coil springs corroded

nearside outer sill corroded

offside rear brake light dim but still illuminating

rear axle slightly corroded

slight play at offside front suspension arm ball joint

Pass 14 Feb 2024 19,431 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 15,958 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 10,311 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 10,095 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 9,819 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 9,819 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 9,302 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 8,682 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 7,933 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 7,138 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 6,414 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 5,526 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 5,526 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 4,490 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 3,287 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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SJ58 XAF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SJ58 XAF, 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 SJ58 XAF registered?

SJ58 XAF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 2009.

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The MOT history for SJ58 XAF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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