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BG03 WNY

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

96,830 mi
Last recorded96,830 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 WNY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 96,830 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 80,495 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 79,500 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 73,656 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 72,101 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 72,101 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 71,956 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 63,230 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 58,544 miles

Front discs are slightly worn

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 50,409 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 40,976 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 39,069 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 35,332 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)

Pass 20 May 2006 27,443 miles

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

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

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 WNY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG03 WNY, 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 WNY registered?

BG03 WNY is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is BG03 WNY safe to buy?

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