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BG52 CWZ

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,762 mi
Last recorded61,762 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 CWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 61,762 miles

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

sills starting to corrode

wishbonebushes starting to unbond

Pass 23 Jan 2014 58,061 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Jan 2014 58,053 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 53,785 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 53,785 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 48,552 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 48,552 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 43,195 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 38,846 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 34,538 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 34,538 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 29,626 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 24,828 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 24,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 19,571 miles

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

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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BG52 CWZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BG52 CWZ, 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 BG52 CWZ registered?

BG52 CWZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is BG52 CWZ safe to buy?

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