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SL59 ATK

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,008 mi
Last recorded121,008 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 ATK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 121,008 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2026 121,007 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Aug 2025 119,706 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 119,513 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 108,706 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 108,655 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 95,101 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 95,077 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring seat on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measuring at 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measuring at 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 77,322 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 63,021 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 62,510 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 53,818 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 53,637 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 53,637 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 49,220 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 49,219 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 42,018 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 42,015 miles

Emissions not tested Due to leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 34,441 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear tyre edge worn

Pass 13 Sep 2016 25,926 miles

All 4 tyres are over ten years old.

Front exhaust flexible joint deteriorated.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,189 miles

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

Nearside wiper torn slightly

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

front discs corroded and grooved

Pass 28 Aug 2014 13,107 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 10,636 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 6,923 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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SL59 ATK is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL59 ATK, 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 SL59 ATK registered?

SL59 ATK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2009.

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