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BG53 FFN

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,543 mi
Last recorded61,543 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 61,543 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 59,437 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 56,547 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 54,869 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 52,847 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 47,438 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 40,074 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 40,074 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 35,096 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 29,414 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 23,801 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 18,909 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 18,909 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s and o/s front lowet arm rear bush showing signs of separation

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 FFN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FFN, 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 FFN registered?

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

Is BG53 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 FFN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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