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WM09 JZC

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,583 mi
Last recorded41,583 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM09 JZC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 41,583 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 39,960 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 37,844 miles

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 34,401 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 31,701 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 29,970 miles

front brake discs lipped

n/s rear tyre deteriorating and splitting in tread also getting low

o/s front tyre getting low especially on edges

rear exhaust box corroding and deteriorating quite badly

Pass 15 Jul 2020 29,009 miles

both front lower suspension arms inner bushes starting to deteriorate

n/s rear tyre starting to deteriorate , split and get low

o/s rear tyre deteriorating and splitting in tread

rear exhaust box corroding and deteriorating badly

rear number plate deteriorating

slight lip front brake discs

Fail 15 Jul 2020 29,009 miles

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

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

both front lower suspension arms inner bushes starting to deteriorate

n/s rear tyre starting to deteriorate , split and get low

o/s rear tyre deteriorating and splitting in tread

rear exhaust box corroding and deteriorating badly

rear number plate deteriorating

slight lip front brake discs

Pass 25 Jul 2019 25,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing original tyre still fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing original tyre still fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing original tyre still fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing original tyre still fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 24,047 miles

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

Nearside Front Coolant leak

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,384 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 19,553 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 17,644 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 15,007 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 13,278 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 10,267 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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WM09 JZC is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WM09 JZC, 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 WM09 JZC registered?

WM09 JZC is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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