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AK03 VNX

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

49,844 mi
Last recorded49,844 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 VNX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 49,844 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 46,599 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 44,193 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 41,362 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 41,360 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 37,962 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 37,962 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front tyres worn on inside edge

rear tyres close to legal and out of shape

Pass 15 Mar 2014 35,821 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 35,820 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 33,469 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 32,165 miles

Nearside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,400 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 28,303 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 25,979 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 21,318 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 17,500 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 14,224 miles

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

nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall

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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AK03 VNX 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 82.4%.

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 AK03 VNX, 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 AK03 VNX registered?

AK03 VNX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AK03 VNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 VNX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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