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BG03 LFX

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

91,653 mi
Last recorded91,653 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 LFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2015 91,653 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 75,008 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 73,214 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2013 73,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 70,924 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust system corroded

n/r wing corroded near fuel cap

Fail 13 Apr 2012 70,923 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust system corroded

n/r wing corroded near fuel cap

Pass 13 Apr 2011 67,241 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 61,013 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

Fail 20 Apr 2010 61,012 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

Pass 21 Apr 2009 52,983 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2009 52,983 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 45,315 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 34,645 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 34,645 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 24,182 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 23,998 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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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BG03 LFX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG03 LFX, 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 BG03 LFX registered?

BG03 LFX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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