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AR03 AAK

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

58,313 mi
Last recorded58,313 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 AAK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 58,313 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 58,313 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 48,282 miles

Coolant leak bottle or hose ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 48,282 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak bottle or hose ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 41,463 miles

Offside Rear tyre has few small cuts on inner wall

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

Pass 17 May 2016 39,989 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 39,989 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2015 38,693 miles

N/S/F Tyre Perished

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2014 37,289 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 16 May 2014 37,289 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 35,181 miles

Battery strap loose, battery retained still to a degree

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 35,181 miles

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

Battery strap loose, battery retained still to a degree

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 32,904 miles

Rear Nearside tyre has uneven wear on inside edge

Rear Offside tyre has uneven wear on inside edge,

Pass 20 May 2011 21,578 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 21,486 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 21,304 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 20,944 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 20,283 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 16,663 miles

front tyres getting low 2-3mm

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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AR03 AAK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AR03 AAK, 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 AR03 AAK registered?

AR03 AAK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is AR03 AAK safe to buy?

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