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SL09 PHX

2009 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,919 mi
Last recorded66,919 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 PHX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 66,919 miles

rear axel corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2024 64,507 miles

Engine earth lead broken

Front Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 59,720 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress present and slightly U.V. Damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly U.V. Damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 59,720 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress present and slightly U.V. Damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly U.V. Damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 56,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 49,953 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 49,951 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2020 42,836 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 38,356 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside door mirror glass and housing broken

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2018 33,318 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 29,889 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 24,528 miles

Exhaust system heavily corroded

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 21,639 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 18,473 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 18,470 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 14,500 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 14,498 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,784 miles

Evidence of brake fluid leak both rear backplates.Pressure test system.No leaks found

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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SL09 PHX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Silver 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 SL09 PHX, 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 SL09 PHX registered?

SL09 PHX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is SL09 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL09 PHX 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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