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BK03 KVP

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

64,479 mi
Last recorded64,479 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 KVP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2012 64,479 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 64,455 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 61,098 miles

chassis corroded at the rear

front brake disc corroded

n.s.f wishbone bush worn

o.s.f wing splash guard insecure

Fail 9 Aug 2011 61,098 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

chassis corroded at the rear

front brake disc corroded

n.s.f wishbone bush worn

o.s.f wing splash guard insecure

Pass 17 Aug 2010 58,627 miles

corrosion appearing both outer sills

different wheel fitted to off side rear

front brake discs rusty on inner face

Fail 17 Aug 2010 58,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion appearing both outer sills

different wheel fitted to off side rear

front brake discs rusty on inner face

Pass 24 Aug 2009 56,318 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 56,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Imbalance on rear brakes

O/S Rear tyre outer walls perished

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

Rear tyres mixed speed rated (t & h)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 53,815 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 53,815 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 51,112 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 42,852 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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BK03 KVP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BK03 KVP, 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 BK03 KVP registered?

BK03 KVP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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