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BF53 GRK

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,615 mi
Last recorded75,615 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 GRK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2013 75,615 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 75,615 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 74,191 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 71,640 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 70,123 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 70,116 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 63,927 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear tyrea cracking on side walls

Fail 28 Aug 2009 63,533 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear tyrea cracking on side walls

Pass 9 Sep 2008 56,039 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side wall

Fail 3 Sep 2008 55,826 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

both rear tyres cracking on side wall

Pass 5 Sep 2007 49,218 miles

FRONT TOP STRUT MOUNTINGS HAVE SLIGHT WEAR

Pass 5 Sep 2006 36,195 miles

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)

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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BF53 GRK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BF53 GRK, 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 BF53 GRK registered?

BF53 GRK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BF53 GRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 GRK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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