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BJ53 KGG

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

56,687 mi
Last recorded56,687 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 KGG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 56,687 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 53,969 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 51,187 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 46,598 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 46,598 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 42,947 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 42,947 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 39,198 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 37,034 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

clutch hydraulic pipe joint leaking

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2008 37,034 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

clutch hydraulic pipe joint leaking

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2007 35,599 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 35,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 33,151 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 33,151 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Spare tyre defective

both rear tyres out of shape

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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BJ53 KGG is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BJ53 KGG, 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 BJ53 KGG registered?

BJ53 KGG is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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