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BF53 MFK

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,049 mi
Last recorded42,049 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 42,049 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 35,877 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 30,389 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring light corrosion

light corrosion under vehicle

Pass 18 Sep 2015 30,349 miles

light uneven wear front brake discs

Fail 15 Sep 2015 30,333 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

light uneven wear front brake discs

Pass 15 Sep 2015 30,333 miles

light uneven wear front brake discs

Pass 7 Nov 2014 26,502 miles

both front tyres wearing inside edge

Pass 11 Nov 2013 23,922 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 21,579 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 17,890 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 14,560 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 14,531 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 11,738 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 11,723 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 9,850 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 7,647 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 6,017 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 MFK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MFK, 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 MFK registered?

BF53 MFK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is BF53 MFK safe to buy?

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