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AK53 VWX

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,661 mi
Last recorded26,661 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VWX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 26,661 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 24,300 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2015 22,051 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

nearside front tyre damaged in rim protector part of tyre but not affecting structure of tyre

Pass 19 May 2015 22,051 miles

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

nearside front tyre damaged in rim protector part of tyre but not affecting structure of tyre

Pass 17 May 2014 13,519 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 12,755 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 12,033 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2012 12,033 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 10,786 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 10,042 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 7,702 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 5,952 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 4,501 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 4,501 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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 VWX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK53 VWX, 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 VWX registered?

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

Is AK53 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VWX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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