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AP53 KAX

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,750 mi
Last recorded32,750 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 KAX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 32,750 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 23,204 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 14,573 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019
Pass 7 Mar 2018 643 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 286 miles

both front brake flex pipes half twisted not rubbing anywhere

nsr axle bush perished

nsr floor pan corroded

osf chassie member corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2016 35,900 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 35,892 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 34,529 miles

exhaust system corroding.

Fail 7 Dec 2015 34,529 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

exhaust system corroding.

Pass 2 Dec 2014 32,140 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 30,949 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 2 Dec 2013 30,949 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Dec 2012 29,569 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 6 Dec 2012 29,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Dec 2011 27,508 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 26,026 miles

rear tyre treads cracked

Pass 5 Dec 2009 23,694 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 28 Nov 2008 21,905 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front top suspension mounts wearing

Pass 8 Dec 2007 20,250 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 17,633 miles

movement at n/s/f top suspension mounting

rear brakes noisey and efficiency low

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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AP53 KAX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AP53 KAX, 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 AP53 KAX registered?

AP53 KAX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is AP53 KAX safe to buy?

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