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BG53 EWF

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,424 mi
Last recorded35,424 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 EWF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 35,424 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush lifting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 35,424 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush lifting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 31,663 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 30,057 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 30,057 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Central Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety PAS steering pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 29,541 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 28,908 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 28,240 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 27,589 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 26,918 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 26,189 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 25,957 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 25,957 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 25,324 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 24,317 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 23,171 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 21,102 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 21,102 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)

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 17,639 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 15 Nov 2006 12,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BG53 EWF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BG53 EWF, 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 BG53 EWF registered?

BG53 EWF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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