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BL53 DMX

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,955 mi
Last recorded79,955 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 DMX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 79,955 miles

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

body corroded next to both rear axle mountings

both inner sills corroded

both outter sills corroded

slight leak from power steering rack

surface corrosion underside vehicle

Pass 15 Sep 2015 77,323 miles

Nearside Front floor corroded

steering rack has slight leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 74,865 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 15 Sep 2014 74,865 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 18 Sep 2013 72,208 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake pedle seems low

Pass 17 Sep 2012 68,988 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 65,374 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 44,590 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 20,888 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 14,838 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 5,708 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 4,687 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 4,687 miles

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

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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BL53 DMX 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 84.6%.

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 BL53 DMX, 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 BL53 DMX registered?

BL53 DMX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is BL53 DMX safe to buy?

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