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AU03 YCW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,187 mi
Last recorded41,187 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 YCW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 41,187 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded to oil cooler (2.3.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside front floor (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 41,186 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded to oil cooler (2.3.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside front floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,900 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 37,272 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 35,025 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,213 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 33,179 miles

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

n/s/r tyre perrished

Pass 3 Mar 2010 30,957 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 28,214 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 25,468 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 21,623 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 17,824 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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AU03 YCW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AU03 YCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU03 YCW registered?

AU03 YCW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is AU03 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 YCW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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