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BK53 KXC

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,056 mi
Last recorded76,056 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 76,056 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 72,661 miles

both rear inner sills rusty

o/s headlamp has condensation

steering rack has dampness

both front and rear chassi rusty

both front floors rusty

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Feb 2017 65,815 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

front inner wheel arches corroded

front outer floors corroded

front suspension strut top mounts worn to limit

mid chassis members corroded

offside outer sill corroded

offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

rear chassis members corroded

rear inner sills corroded

rear quarter panels corroded

surface scratching to windscreen

Fail 21 Feb 2017 65,789 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch/ sill end (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

front inner wheel arches corroded

front outer floors corroded

front suspension strut top mounts worn to limit

mid chassis members corroded

offside outer sill corroded

offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

rear chassis members corroded

rear inner sills corroded

rear quarter panels corroded

surface scratching to windscreen

Pass 25 Feb 2016 63,263 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 52,845 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 46,531 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 42,259 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 37,554 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 37,538 miles

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

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

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,885 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,439 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 10,749 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 10,462 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 10,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 8,606 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 KXC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 KXC, 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 KXC registered?

BK53 KXC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BK53 KXC safe to buy?

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