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BJ52 XMF

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2015
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

82,450 mi
Last recorded82,450 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 XMF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 27 Nov 2015 82,450 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 73,424 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 68,010 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 64,904 miles

exhaust mount bracket broken

n/s front brake hose deteriorating

n/s front wishbone bush has slight split

o/s outer sill corroded but not consided excessive

rear wiperblade loose

reverse light inop

Fail 26 Nov 2012 64,904 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust mount bracket broken

n/s front brake hose deteriorating

n/s front wishbone bush has slight split

o/s outer sill corroded but not consided excessive

rear wiperblade loose

reverse light inop

Pass 2 Nov 2011 61,518 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 61,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 57,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 57,511 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 52,807 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 52,807 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 47,156 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 47,156 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 42,955 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 35,549 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 35,499 miles

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

front discs worn.

Pass 26 Jan 2006 26,517 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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BJ52 XMF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ52 XMF, 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 BJ52 XMF registered?

BJ52 XMF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 January 2003.

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