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BF53 WGV

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,260 mi
Last recorded31,260 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WGV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 31,260 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 30,089 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2020 30,089 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 27,591 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 24,189 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 23,138 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 22,834 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 22,287 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 21,815 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 21,004 miles

front wipers starting to smear screen

minor coolant leak from thermostat housing

rear tyres have slight cracks

Pass 29 Feb 2012 20,327 miles

exhaust system is corroded

nearside front top mount has slight play

Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 18,900 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Feb 2010 16,915 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 14,326 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 11,332 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 8,407 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 WGV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WGV, 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.

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What year was BF53 WGV registered?

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

Is BF53 WGV safe to buy?

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