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BF53 WDW

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,105 mi
Last recorded59,105 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WDW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 59,105 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 59,099 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2024 58,040 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 57,149 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2022 55,594 miles

Front wipers replaced

Fail 9 Jul 2022 55,594 miles

Front wipers replaced

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 49,320 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 43,473 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 43,473 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 38,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 38,597 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill near wheel arch trim (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill near wheel arch trim (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,879 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 35,378 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 35,378 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,566 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 32,015 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 29,583 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 27,780 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 26,012 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,165 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 22,069 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 19,994 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 18,640 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 15,326 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 11,546 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 WDW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 WDW, 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 WDW registered?

BF53 WDW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BF53 WDW safe to buy?

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