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BP03 OZV

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,196 mi
Last recorded27,196 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 OZV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 27,196 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 27,196 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 24,795 miles

mil lamp on

Fail 8 Jun 2021 24,794 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 18,959 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 16,946 miles

mil lamp on

Pass 14 Apr 2017 14,799 miles

Play in offside front shock absorber top mount

Pass 2 May 2016 14,387 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 13,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 13,400 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 12,783 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 12,386 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 11,595 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 10,753 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 9,496 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

offside wiper blade split

Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,720 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 7,320 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 7,320 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,326 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 4,763 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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BP03 OZV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BP03 OZV, 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 BP03 OZV registered?

BP03 OZV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is BP03 OZV safe to buy?

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