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BK53 GXE

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,254 mi
Last recorded82,254 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 GXE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 82,254 miles

Oil leak

Coolant leak

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 80,157 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 80,157 miles

Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

crossion sills

Pass 9 Sep 2013 77,330 miles

advise mirra lse crossion sill jaking points

Pass 13 Sep 2012 74,749 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 74,749 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

floor pan jaking ponts sills marked brake pipes croeed

Pass 2 Sep 2011 71,441 miles

shocer tops play tyers 3 pads low crossion steel brake pipes

Fail 2 Sep 2011 71,441 miles

Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

shocer tops play tyers 3 pads low crossion steel brake pipes

Pass 23 Aug 2010 64,924 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 58,245 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 50,441 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 41,233 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 30,150 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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BK53 GXE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BK53 GXE, 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 BK53 GXE registered?

BK53 GXE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is BK53 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 GXE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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