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WA09 OSM

2009 Ford Ka

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,139 mi
Last recorded49,139 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA09 OSM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 49,139 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 47,026 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2025 46,935 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 44,485 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 44,485 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 42,645 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jan 2023 42,642 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 41,568 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 40,256 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2021 40,256 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 39,675 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 38,516 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 37,557 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 36,355 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 36,353 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 34,496 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 31,698 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 27,161 miles

nsr brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jan 2013 22,130 miles

off side rear brake slightly binding

possible puncher off side rear requires nail removal to obtain if puncherd

rear tyres getting low tread

signs of water in off side rear lamp

Pass 16 Jun 2012 20,415 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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WA09 OSM is a 2009 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WA09 OSM, 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 WA09 OSM registered?

WA09 OSM is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is WA09 OSM safe to buy?

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