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AM03 XWF

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,485 mi
Last recorded42,485 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM03 XWF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 42,485 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 42,485 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 37,389 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 37,380 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 34,693 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 34,692 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 30,857 miles

slight leak to o/s/f steering rack

Fail 11 Oct 2011 27,943 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight leak to offside of steering rack

Pass 11 Oct 2011 27,943 miles

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)

slight leak to offside of steering rack

Pass 2 Nov 2010 26,006 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 26,005 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 24,527 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,690 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 18,021 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 14,625 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 14,547 miles

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

advise on wear to offside steering rack inner track rod joint.

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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AM03 XWF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM03 XWF, 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 AM03 XWF registered?

AM03 XWF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is AM03 XWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM03 XWF shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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