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AP03 OXC

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,038 mi
Last recorded74,038 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 May 2018 74,038 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (3.6.B.4d)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides front (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front plastic wing trim loose

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 May 2017 68,690 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides front (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear near axle mounting points (2.4.A.3)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 May 2016 64,900 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides front (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arms (2.4.G.2)

rear seats folded down at time of test

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 11 May 2016 64,900 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides front (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arms (2.4.G.2)

rear seats folded down at time of test

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 2 May 2015 60,911 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)

Fail 1 May 2015 60,911 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

Pass 13 May 2014 52,958 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

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)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2013 43,019 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 43,019 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

n/s & o/s rear cracking up

Pass 15 Jul 2011 34,749 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 30,981 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 27,009 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 27,003 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 24,355 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 19,312 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 14,387 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 OXC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OXC, 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 OXC registered?

AP03 OXC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is AP03 OXC safe to buy?

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