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AK53 YLO

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,196 mi
Last recorded56,196 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 56,196 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2017 56,196 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 44,321 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 38,012 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 30,160 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 28,205 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 27,923 miles

rear tyres slightly perrished on outer side walls

Fail 2 Oct 2012 27,923 miles

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

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

rear tyres slightly perrished on outer side walls

Pass 5 Oct 2011 25,778 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 23,206 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 21,290 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,939 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 14,886 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 10,733 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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AK53 YLO is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YLO, 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 YLO registered?

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

Is AK53 YLO safe to buy?

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