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AP03 VUR

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,065 mi
Last recorded62,065 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 VUR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 62,065 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2012 59,606 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust deteriorated at front flex

Fail 18 Sep 2012 59,606 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust deteriorated at front flex

Pass 29 Jul 2011 54,409 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 54,409 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2010 48,189 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 48,189 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 41,494 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 41,494 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 34,978 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 26,617 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 17,557 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 VUR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VUR, 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 VUR registered?

AP03 VUR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is AP03 VUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 VUR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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