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BJ53 WBW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,143 mi
Last recorded53,143 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 53,143 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside front door sill corroded but NOT prescribed area

Fail 28 Jun 2017 53,143 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside front door sill corroded but NOT prescribed area

Pass 18 Jun 2016 47,583 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 42,055 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 39,168 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 39,168 miles

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

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

front tyers slight cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2013 32,344 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 27,025 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 23,033 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 23,033 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 20,659 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 18,520 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 16,432 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 14,646 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 13,034 miles

both front shock mounts slight play

neaarside front tyre close to limit

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 WBW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BJ53 WBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ53 WBW registered?

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

Is BJ53 WBW safe to buy?

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