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WJ59 WJL

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,450 mi
Last recorded19,450 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 WJL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 19,450 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2025 19,457 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 19,110 miles

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

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

Offside 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))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2024 19,110 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside 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))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2023 18,774 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 21 Sep 2022 18,480 miles

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

Rear axle starting to corrode

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2021 18,113 miles

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

Rear axle starting to corrode

Pass 7 Sep 2020 17,481 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear axle starting to corrode

Fail 7 Sep 2020 17,481 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear axle starting to corrode

Pass 12 Sep 2019 17,165 miles

Rear axle starting to corrode

Pass 12 Sep 2018 16,291 miles

Rear axle starting to corrode rear exhaust deteriated front discs corroded on surface

Fail 12 Sep 2018 16,291 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle starting to corrode rear exhaust deteriated front discs corroded on surface

Pass 14 Sep 2017 16,017 miles

exhaust going rusty

Pass 8 Sep 2016 15,631 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 8 Sep 2015 15,107 miles

nsf disc starting to corrode

Pass 8 Sep 2014 14,479 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,796 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 13,215 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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WJ59 WJL is a 2009 Ford Ka in White 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 WJ59 WJL, 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 WJ59 WJL registered?

WJ59 WJL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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The MOT history for WJ59 WJL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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