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AO03 YHS

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,078 mi
Last recorded20,078 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YHS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 20,078 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 19,477 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 19,477 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 19,172 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 18,945 miles

Rear tyres slightly distorted on inner treads

Pass 14 Oct 2015 18,761 miles

Slight distortion of rear inner tyre treads

Pass 6 Nov 2014 18,498 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear tyres started to distort on inner treads

Pass 14 Oct 2013 18,344 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 18,213 miles

Slight perishing of near side rear tyre in tread lines

Pass 12 Oct 2011 18,092 miles

No reverse light

Pass 7 Oct 2010 17,729 miles

reverse lights not working

Pass 7 Oct 2009 17,620 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 17,350 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 16,585 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 16,585 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 16,027 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 15,368 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 YHS is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YHS, 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 YHS registered?

AO03 YHS is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is AO03 YHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 YHS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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