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WK59 YEU

2009 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

79,985 mi
Last recorded79,985 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK59 YEU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 79,985 miles

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Drivers/Passengers (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pin Hole In back box Weld (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2026 79,829 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Drivers/Passengers (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pin Hole In back box Weld (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 77,352 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside heavy corrosion but not weakened, advise replacement (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2025 77,329 miles

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

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

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

Front Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside heavy corrosion but not weakened, advise replacement (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 74,280 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 74,276 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 72,040 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 68,508 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 65,078 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 62,158 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 58,923 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 55,209 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 50,931 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 46,571 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 41,950 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 33,681 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 26,994 miles

front tyres 3mm starting to crack

Fail 28 Sep 2012 21,339 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 21,339 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 YEU is a 2009 Ford Ka in White 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 WK59 YEU, 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 WK59 YEU registered?

WK59 YEU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is WK59 YEU safe to buy?

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