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SP59 TZU

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,348 mi
Last recorded91,348 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 TZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 91,348 miles

Offside Rear Hbrake cable loosr

Offside Rear Tyre perished outer wall

Sump pourous

Fail 20 Aug 2020 91,348 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Hbrake cable loosr

Offside Rear Tyre perished outer wall

Sump pourous

Pass 16 Aug 2019 86,094 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 86,094 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 78,572 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 68,653 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 54,100 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2015 54,100 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 47,619 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 39,243 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 31,725 miles

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

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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SP59 TZU is a 2009 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SP59 TZU, 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

How do I check the history of SP59 TZU?

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What year was SP59 TZU registered?

SP59 TZU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is SP59 TZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 TZU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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