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VK09 XHM

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,549 mi
Last recorded51,549 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 XHM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 51,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 May 2026 51,540 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2025 46,610 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 20 May 2024 42,523 miles

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2023 38,435 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 34,555 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 33,494 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 33,494 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 32,276 miles

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

Rear exhaust heavily corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2019 30,626 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both front tyres are badly perished in the tread area

Pass 5 Apr 2018 29,043 miles
Pass 21 May 2017 26,773 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2017 26,773 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2016 24,141 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 22,212 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 18,591 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

all tyres perished

Fail 24 May 2014 18,591 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

all tyres perished

Pass 18 May 2013 15,666 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 18 May 2013 15,666 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 21 May 2012 12,230 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

cut in o/s/f tyre but not showing cords

Fail 21 May 2012 12,230 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

cut in o/s/f tyre but not showing cords

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 XHM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VK09 XHM, 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 XHM registered?

VK09 XHM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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