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BN53 VPU

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,756 mi
Last recorded43,756 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 VPU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2020 43,756 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Front Coolant level low.

Central Front Various oil leaks on the underside of the vehicle

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 41,927 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 41,921 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 39,646 miles

Engine coolant low

Fail 19 Feb 2018 39,646 miles

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

Engine coolant low

Pass 2 Mar 2017 35,669 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 31,937 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 30,222 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 27,315 miles

corrosion n/s/f chassis

Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,402 miles

rear tyres and o/s/f tyre perishing

Pass 19 Sep 2011 19,849 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 17,461 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 15,580 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 11,809 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 9,209 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,037 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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BN53 VPU 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 BN53 VPU, 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 BN53 VPU registered?

BN53 VPU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BN53 VPU safe to buy?

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