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BK03 LFV

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

102,878 mi
Last recorded102,878 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 LFV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 102,878 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 102,871 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 90,916 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 87,279 miles

both sills corroded

o/s and n/s chassis rails corroded

o/s and n/s front floors corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2011 85,728 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 85,728 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 22 Mar 2010 76,344 miles

Front brakes out of balance

Front number plate deteriorated

Front tyres 2mm on inner edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear wiper blade u/s

Pass 22 Mar 2010 76,344 miles

Front brakes out of balance

Front number plate deteriorated

Front tyres 2mm on inner edges

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Rear wiper blade u/s

Pass 12 Mar 2009 63,218 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 49,602 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 36,495 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 36,461 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 21,169 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 LFV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LFV, 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 BK03 LFV registered?

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

Is BK03 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 LFV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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