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AK53 SXB

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,946 mi
Last recorded100,946 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 SXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 100,946 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 11 May 2020 100,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 May 2019 98,257 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 98,257 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 88,611 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 87,788 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

n/s and o/s rear axle bushes worn

Pass 1 Jun 2017 81,382 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the inner edges

Brake fluid is dirty

Movement in both the top suspension top mounts

N/S & O/S Outer sills are rusty and slightly corroded

N/S /F under body chassis rail is rusty

N/S/R end chassis rail rusty

New rear silencer fitted

O/S R metal brake pipe is obscured by grease

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight rust around the fuel flap area

Spare wheel carrier is corroded & rusty

Fail 1 Jun 2017 81,382 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the inner edges

Brake fluid is dirty

Movement in both the top suspension top mounts

N/S & O/S Outer sills are rusty and slightly corroded

N/S /F under body chassis rail is rusty

N/S/R end chassis rail rusty

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

New rear silencer fitted

O/S R metal brake pipe is obscured by grease

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight rust around the fuel flap area

Spare wheel carrier is corroded & rusty

Pass 15 Oct 2016 76,041 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion offside and nearside floor rails (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 70,828 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 70,175 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 68,221 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Spare tyre defective

rear tyres cracking over tread

Pass 18 Oct 2012 65,428 miles

Oil leak

exhaust heat sheil insucure

Pass 13 Oct 2011 62,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 15 Oct 2010 59,016 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 47,250 miles

slight play in n/s/f top mount

slight play in n/s/f wheel

both front tyres low and wearing on inner edge

front pads and discs worn

slight oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2009 47,250 miles

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

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

both front tyres low and wearing on inner edge

front pads and discs worn

slight oil leak

slight play in n/s/f top mount

slight play in n/s/f wheel

slight play in n/s/r top suspension

Pass 6 Sep 2008 32,468 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 24,748 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 24,748 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 16,393 miles

Oil leak

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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AK53 SXB is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK53 SXB, 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 AK53 SXB registered?

AK53 SXB is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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