2009 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · S21 VAH
2009 Ford KA (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2009. Recorded mileage 15,689 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD KA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 15,689 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S21 VAH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2026
- 15,689 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S21 VAH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ford Ka (S21 VAH) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
S21 VAH Mileage History
- 18/10/202214,061 mi
- 17/10/202314,516 mi+455 mi
- 15/10/202414,955 mi+439 mi
- 09/10/202515,405 mi+450 mi
- 22/10/202615,689 mi+284 mi
Average of roughly 406 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford Ka Mk2 (B420)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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- Rear Axle and Sill CorrosionSerious
Despite being newer than the Mk1, the Ka Mk2 can still rust badly around the rear axle, inner sills and wheel-arch seams, and structural repairs quickly outweigh the value of a cheap car.
- Electric Power Steering Column FailureSerious
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