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WM09 CHD

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

108,143 mi
Last recorded108,143 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM09 CHD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 108,143 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 108,143 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 103,423 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 98,271 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 91,615 miles

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

Vehicle has engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 6 Nov 2021 78,320 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 78,320 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 66,577 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 56,274 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 56,270 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 47,740 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 42,258 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

wipers worn

Pass 9 Sep 2016 36,189 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 30,584 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 22,849 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 22,849 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 18,407 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 18,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 14,092 miles

Nsf tyre on 3mm.

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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WM09 CHD is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM09 CHD, 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 WM09 CHD registered?

WM09 CHD is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 July 2009.

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