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BK53 NRV

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

70,714 mi
Last recorded70,714 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 NRV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2015 70,714 miles

both outer sills been covered with sealant.

Pass 20 Feb 2014 70,307 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 20 Feb 2014 70,307 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 21 Feb 2013 64,577 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 59,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre 2mm on inner tread

Fail 30 Jan 2012 59,959 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre 2mm on inner tread

Pass 31 Jan 2011 55,403 miles

n/s/r seat belt checked where possible child seat in place

Fail 31 Jan 2011 55,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r seat belt checked where possible child seat in place

Pass 5 Feb 2010 50,678 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 50,675 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front bumper cracked and arch loose

Pass 30 Jan 2009 47,045 miles

both front tyres starting to feather

front brake imbalance just within 25% requirement (24%)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 43,091 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 27,673 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 NRV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver 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 BK53 NRV, 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 BK53 NRV registered?

BK53 NRV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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