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WG58 LVU

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,035 mi
Last recorded43,035 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG58 LVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 43,035 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both rear shocker sare corroded

off side front mirror gass has sharp edges

Fail 20 Oct 2025 43,025 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both rear shocker sare corroded

off side front mirror gass has sharp edges

Pass 7 Nov 2024 34,289 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust is corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2023 33,593 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box to centre section flange, back box deteriorated, outer skin is missing. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2023 33,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut on outer side wall, worn on outer edges, 3mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box to centre section flange, back box deteriorated, outer skin is missing. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 30,945 miles

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

Rear exhaust slight deteriorated

slight corrosion to rear axle

Pass 22 Dec 2021 28,320 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 25,956 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 24,153 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 24,153 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 21,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

rear silencer slightly deteriorated but not leaking

Fail 20 Nov 2018 21,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

rear silencer slightly deteriorated but not leaking

Pass 7 Dec 2017 19,354 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 17,349 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 15,338 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 13,477 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 11,617 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 9,282 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 6,751 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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WG58 LVU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue 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 WG58 LVU, 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 WG58 LVU registered?

WG58 LVU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 2009.

Is WG58 LVU safe to buy?

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