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AO03 HOA

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,410 mi
Last recorded58,410 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 HOA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2021 58,410 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb appears to be incorrectly inserted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sil behind axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sil behind axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT AND INNER EDGE IS SHOWING UNDER RUBBER (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 47,142 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill corroded & holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 46,973 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Tyre contacting flexible brake hose. Brake hose not secured (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill corroded & holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 27,350 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

body has slight corrosion

Pass 14 May 2018 26,346 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 25,039 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 23,638 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 23,638 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 22,133 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 20,271 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 18,575 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 16,916 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 13,361 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 11,659 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 10,731 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 9,320 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 9,320 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 7,627 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 5,995 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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AO03 HOA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AO03 HOA, 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 AO03 HOA registered?

AO03 HOA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 March 2003.

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