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BF53 WBW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,904 mi
Last recorded52,904 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2018 52,904 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 44,314 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 35,982 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 33,175 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 32,386 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 31,623 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 30,720 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 30,115 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 29,046 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 28,167 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,814 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 25,276 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 23,849 miles

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

near side front and off side front lower arm (rear) bushes starting to unbonding

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 WBW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WBW, 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 WBW registered?

BF53 WBW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BF53 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 WBW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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