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WA59 KVB

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

56,943 mi
Last recorded56,943 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA59 KVB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 56,943 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 52,944 miles

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

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

underbody covered in underseal

Fail 14 Feb 2025 52,944 miles

Rear Axle fractured corroded excessively (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 50,607 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spacer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside handbrake cable mounting corroded

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spacer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2024 50,436 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spacer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside handbrake cable mounting corroded

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spacer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear exhaust shows corrosion

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 46,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spacer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside handbrake mounting shows slight corrosion

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spacer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear exhaust shows slight corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2022 42,307 miles

advise exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2021 36,513 miles

Front exhaust flexi shows slight corrosion

Rear exhaust section shows slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jul 2020 32,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust shows slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2019 28,634 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust shows slight corrosion

Pass 26 Jun 2018 24,674 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust shows slight corrosion

Pass 28 Jun 2017 20,799 miles

Rear exhaust shows slight corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2016 17,334 miles

All tyres show signs of slight cracking

Rear exhaust shows slight corrosion

Pass 18 Jun 2015 14,761 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 12,148 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 11,266 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 9,544 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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WA59 KVB is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WA59 KVB, 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.

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What year was WA59 KVB registered?

WA59 KVB is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is WA59 KVB safe to buy?

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