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AP03 MVW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,953 mi
Last recorded43,953 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 MVW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 43,953 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,731 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2011 39,731 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S outer sill slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 35,695 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 30,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both o/s/f and n/s/f tyre casings slightly cracked due to age

Pass 10 Apr 2008 25,942 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 25,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,612 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 21,612 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

n/s washer has one jet blocked.

o/s front tyre tread wearing more on outside edge.

Pass 20 Apr 2006 15,430 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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AP03 MVW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AP03 MVW, 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 AP03 MVW registered?

AP03 MVW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AP03 MVW safe to buy?

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