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BK03 LBN

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,011 mi
Last recorded57,011 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 LBN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 57,011 miles

Corrosion under vehicle

Front number plate damaged but not insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 47,883 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 18 Feb 2017 39,440 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 31,762 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 31,762 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 27,756 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside front tyre cracking outter sidewall

Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,263 miles

nearside front tyre has cracking on outter sidewall

Pass 6 Mar 2013 26,586 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 26,122 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear tyres cracking.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 24,717 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 24,717 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2010 22,430 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 20,712 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 18,470 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 15,778 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 13,203 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 LBN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BK03 LBN, 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 LBN registered?

BK03 LBN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BK03 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 LBN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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