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BD53 ZJE

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,511 mi
Last recorded47,511 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 ZJE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 47,511 miles

brake pipes rusting

front and rear suspension bushes worn, o/s front suspension top mounting worn

front brake discs rusting

under body , floor and inner sills corroding

Fail 12 Oct 2016 47,511 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake pipes rusting

front and rear suspension bushes worn, o/s front suspension top mounting worn

front brake discs rusting

under body , floor and inner sills corroding

Pass 20 Oct 2015 38,842 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended all front (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 36,582 miles

ALL TYRES HAVE WALL DETREORATION AND CRACKS IN THE TREAD

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 35,361 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 35,361 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 31,723 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 27,863 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 23,466 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 20,243 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 20,243 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2008 16,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 16,663 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 13,185 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 9,491 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 ZJE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ZJE, 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 BD53 ZJE registered?

BD53 ZJE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BD53 ZJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 ZJE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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