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BK03 SXA

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

107,672 mi
Last recorded107,672 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2019 107,672 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill has multiple holes, rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Both handbrake cables corroded

Speedometer is cracked but operation isn't affected

Fail 26 Feb 2019 107,672 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Speedometer is cracked but operation isn't affected

Pass 15 Feb 2018 103,961 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg above axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Feb 2018 103,961 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg above axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 99,494 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides with weight off (2.5.A.1c)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% hi level has one led not working (1.2.1b)

both sills have corrosion spots

Fail 2 Feb 2017 99,494 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides with weight off (2.5.A.1c)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% hi level has one led not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres have cracks forming in tread

both sills have corrosion spots

Pass 21 Jan 2016 95,342 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both sides, with weight off (2.5.B.1b)

both rear tires have light cracking,

both sills corroding

Fail 21 Jan 2016 95,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 3mm, (4.1.E.1)

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both sides, with weight off (2.5.B.1b)

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

both rear tires have light cracking,

both sills corroding

Pass 10 Feb 2015 92,596 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 89,570 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 89,549 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 85,160 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 79,800 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 72,090 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 64,951 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 57,131 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 49,757 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 41,930 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 32,860 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 SXA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SXA, 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 SXA registered?

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

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