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AD03 XXR

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,301 mi
Last recorded53,301 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 XXR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 53,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 45,895 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 Jul 2010 41,733 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 36,752 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 31,285 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 79,241 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 79,241 miles

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 23,527 miles

slight play steering rack o/s/f

Pass 2 Mar 2006 21,581 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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AD03 XXR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AD03 XXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 XXR registered?

AD03 XXR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 XXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 XXR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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