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BG53 WJE

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,362 mi
Last recorded46,362 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 WJE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 46,362 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

free play in both front shock absorber top mounts when wheels are clear of the ground below maximum tolerance

Pass 20 May 2014 39,184 miles

fuel filter corroded

slight play in lower steering coloum uj

slight surface corrosion to outer sills

Pass 19 Sep 2013 39,176 miles

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

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

fuel filter corroded

slight surface corrosion to n/s outer sill

steering column slight play in lower uj

various minor underbody surface corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2012 37,874 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 32,165 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2011 32,165 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 26,670 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 20,794 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 15,249 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 13,255 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 10,140 miles

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 WJE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BG53 WJE, 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 WJE registered?

BG53 WJE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 WJE safe to buy?

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