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WK59 UTE

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,456 mi
Last recorded29,456 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK59 UTE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 29,456 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 20 Aug 2024 26,427 miles

Front exhaust deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush getting worn

Offside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush worn (recommend attention)

Rear axle getting heavily corroded in areas

Pass 10 Aug 2023 24,491 miles

Front exhaust deteriorated

Offside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush worn (recommend attention)

Rear axle getting heavily corroded in areas

Pass 22 Aug 2022 22,356 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear suspension getting corroded in areas

Pass 25 Aug 2021 32,306 miles

both front tyres starting to get worn

Pass 21 Aug 2020 28,456 miles

rear axle surface rust

Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,193 miles

Rear axle getting corroded

Fail 20 Aug 2019 26,193 miles

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

Rear axle getting corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2018 24,240 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Aug 2017 12,371 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 10,649 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 9,125 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 9,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 7,681 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 6,265 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 4,582 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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WK59 UTE is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WK59 UTE, 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 WK59 UTE registered?

WK59 UTE is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is WK59 UTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK59 UTE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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