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BL03 HKF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

77,298 mi
Last recorded77,298 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 HKF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 77,298 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Sep 2014 77,273 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Nov 2013 64,950 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Nov 2012 52,444 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2012 52,444 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 43,587 miles

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

oil leak (rover cover)

Fail 5 Nov 2011 43,587 miles

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

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

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

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

oil leak (rover cover)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 37,105 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 28,030 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 23,075 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 18,590 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 14,689 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 14,689 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 13,874 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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BL03 HKF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL03 HKF, 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 BL03 HKF registered?

BL03 HKF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 July 2003.

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