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VK09 FRP

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

160,600 mi
Last recorded160,600 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 FRP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 160,600 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 158,073 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 153,978 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Top cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Top cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 94,140 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 92,129 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 91,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor not connected

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 88,882 miles

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

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor not connected

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 84,510 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor not connected

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system corroded

oil leak

wipers deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2017 81,180 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi deteriorated (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor not connected

oil leak

temporary fuel cap fitted-advise genuine new one to be fitted before next years mot

Pass 6 May 2016 76,643 miles

front exhaust flexi in poor condition

offside front tyre low outer edge

oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 11 May 2015 72,465 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front tyre wearing on eages

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 7 May 2014 60,459 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor engine oil leaking from filter seal

rear exhaust silencer corrosion

Fail 7 May 2014 60,459 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor engine oil leaking from filter seal

rear exhaust silencer corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,073 miles

n/s/f indicator side repeater light pale.

n/s/f tyre worn 3mm & worn on edges.

n/s/r tyre worn 3mm.

o/s/f tyre worn 3mm.

Pass 9 May 2012 35,416 miles

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

front brakes worn low

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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VK09 FRP is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VK09 FRP, 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 VK09 FRP registered?

VK09 FRP is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 May 2009.

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The MOT history for VK09 FRP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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