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BD53 FJK

2003 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,432 mi
Last recorded60,432 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 FJK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 60,432 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2015 60,430 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both rears (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mount panel (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,031 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 52,432 miles

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

both rear axle bushes have movement in them

Pass 22 Oct 2012 50,300 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Oct 2012 50,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine MIL illuminated

Pass 25 Oct 2011 46,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 37,680 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 37,531 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 30,211 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 25,086 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 22,848 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 20,168 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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BD53 FJK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BD53 FJK, 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 BD53 FJK registered?

BD53 FJK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BD53 FJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 FJK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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