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VK59 EFX

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,968 mi
Last recorded106,968 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 EFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 106,968 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 92,900 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 79,483 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2024 79,483 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 71,142 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 71,142 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 69,582 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 78,337 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 66,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 65,742 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 62,955 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2018 62,955 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 59,507 miles

Windscreen damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 53,485 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear brake has light bind

Pass 29 Sep 2015 47,878 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 47,878 miles

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 41,695 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 33,322 miles

both front shock absorbers leaking

rear exhaust box corroded and slight blow

Pass 17 Sep 2012 29,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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VK59 EFX is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VK59 EFX, 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 VK59 EFX registered?

VK59 EFX is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is VK59 EFX safe to buy?

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