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VU09 XZK

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

218,322 mi
Last recorded218,322 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 XZK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 218,322 miles

Coolant leak ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 218,316 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 210,252 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 210,249 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.083 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 125,072 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 119,786 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle got surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 116,320 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

advise : rear subframe surface corrosion

Fail 18 Mar 2021 116,320 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

advise : rear subframe surface corrosion

Pass 18 Mar 2020 102,820 miles

Clutch pedal stiff.

Corrosion on rear axle.

Pass 14 Mar 2019 89,239 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 77,182 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 69,053 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear bump stop detached and stuck between the coil spring

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Pass 3 Mar 2016 60,961 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside windscreen wiper split but still clears screen

offside windscreen wiper split but still clears screen

removed item(s) from drivers view prior to test

Fail 3 Mar 2016 60,961 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside windscreen wiper split but still clears screen

offside windscreen wiper split but still clears screen

removed item(s) from drivers view prior to test

Pass 4 Mar 2015 51,271 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 42,586 miles

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

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

front wiper blades in poor condition

rear exhaust box in poor condition

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 19 Feb 2013 33,191 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,399 miles

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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VU09 XZK is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VU09 XZK, 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 VU09 XZK registered?

VU09 XZK is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is VU09 XZK safe to buy?

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