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BD03 JHU

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,068 mi
Last recorded123,068 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 JHU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 123,068 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 119,313 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 116,843 miles

floors and sills rusting thin

Pass 30 Aug 2013 112,527 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 103,773 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 96,209 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 88,165 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 78,623 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 78,623 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 67,731 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 55,664 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 55,664 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 20 Jul 2006 40,335 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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BD03 JHU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BD03 JHU, 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 BD03 JHU registered?

BD03 JHU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is BD03 JHU safe to buy?

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