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AC03 GNX

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

92,425 mi
Last recorded92,425 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 GNX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 92,425 miles

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

N/s/f tyre distorted

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 92,425 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

N/s/f tyre distorted

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 81,349 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 79,054 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 78,697 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 78,557 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine managment light on

o/s/f and n/s/f tyre wear uneven inner edges borderline

o/s/f brake pipe corrosion

o/s/f wheel arch security

Pass 6 Jun 2013 68,519 miles

engine oil leak

nearside rear tyre worn uneven on inner edges

some damage to front of vehicle

Fail 5 Jun 2013 68,519 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine oil leak

nearside rear tyre worn uneven on inner edges

some damage to front of vehicle

Pass 11 Jul 2012 61,609 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 61,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2011 53,498 miles

nearside inner front (rim) road wheel slightly damaged

Fail 8 Jun 2011 53,492 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 41,755 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 36,553 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,402 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 20,942 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 16,430 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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AC03 GNX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 47,451 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 AC03 GNX, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC03 GNX registered?

AC03 GNX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is AC03 GNX safe to buy?

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