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BP03 UCH

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,914 mi
Last recorded50,914 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 50,914 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 45,722 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner tread

Fail 22 Nov 2017 45,713 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floors both sides (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor & floor to sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner tread

Pass 16 Nov 2016 38,517 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 38,494 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both sides under wings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 32,120 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 31,974 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 30,828 miles

o/s floor pan close to chassis no corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2013 27,454 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 23,696 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 20,740 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 18,660 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 18,660 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 17,203 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 14,741 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2008 14,741 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,641 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 10,102 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 UCH is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UCH, 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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BP03 UCH is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 August 2003.

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