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WP09 OBN

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,888 mi
Last recorded34,888 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 OBN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 34,888 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2024 34,587 miles

all tyres heavily cracked on sidewalls and treads

battery light flashing

both front top strut mounts corroded

exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2024 34,586 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all tyres heavily cracked on sidewalls and treads

battery light flashing

both front top strut mounts corroded

exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2022 34,236 miles

all tyres cracking within treads

back box outer skin corroded

battery lamp flashing on dash

both rear brakes slightly binding

rear axle corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2021 33,718 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

all tyres slight cracking edge of treads

back box outer skin corroding

Pass 21 Dec 2020 33,042 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 31,567 miles

Coolant pressure cap missing.

Pass 17 Aug 2018 28,442 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 18 Aug 2017 24,959 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,645 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 14,932 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 11,224 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 27 Aug 2013 8,821 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 8,821 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 7,178 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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WP09 OBN is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 WP09 OBN, 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 WP09 OBN registered?

WP09 OBN is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 August 2009.

Is WP09 OBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP09 OBN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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