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SP59 WTA

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,423 mi
Last recorded44,423 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 WTA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 44,423 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 44,392 miles

Emissions not tested due to blown exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at front flexi and back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 41,887 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 34,083 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear handbrake cable support bracket broken

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bauld outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust corroded/rear clamp missing/front clamp corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2015 26,819 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded and split.

Slight bind in o/s/f brake.

Pass 15 Oct 2014 21,082 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 20,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 18 Aug 2014 20,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2013 15,862 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

offside washer jet reqs adjusted or replaced as is not spraying correctly.

Fail 19 Aug 2013 15,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres worn almost bald on outer shoulders.

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

nearside front brake binding slightly

offside washer jet reqs adjusted or replaced as is not spraying correctly.

Fail 24 Aug 2012 11,295 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

drivers wiper blade torn

front discs inner faces poor condition

Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,295 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

drivers wiper blade torn

front discs inner faces poor condition

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 WTA is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SP59 WTA, 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 SP59 WTA registered?

SP59 WTA is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is SP59 WTA safe to buy?

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