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BF53 JYH

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,810 mi
Last recorded29,810 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 JYH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 29,810 miles

both wipers worn

Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,750 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades split at ends

Fail 24 Jul 2012 27,567 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades split at ends

Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,524 miles

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

o\s washer jet partially blocked

Fail 13 Jul 2011 23,524 miles

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

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

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

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

o\s washer jet partially blocked

Pass 12 Jul 2010 20,575 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 17,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

near side rear body has slight collision damage

Pass 14 Jul 2008 13,984 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 10,652 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 7,414 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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BF53 JYH is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JYH, 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 JYH registered?

BF53 JYH is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BF53 JYH safe to buy?

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