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AU53 SXP

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,709 mi
Last recorded102,709 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 SXP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 May 2012 102,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inside

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 26 May 2012 102,709 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inside

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 23 Aug 2011 93,402 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear number plate slightly deterioated

Pass 30 Jul 2010 78,483 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 69,121 miles

front a.r.b bushes worn but ok at time of test

front suspension arms deterioated ok at time of test

Pass 21 Aug 2008 54,607 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 40,271 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2007 39,958 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 23 Aug 2006 28,984 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 28,984 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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AU53 SXP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AU53 SXP, 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 AU53 SXP registered?

AU53 SXP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 SXP safe to buy?

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