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BP52 EUZ

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,721 mi
Last recorded43,721 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 EUZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2012 43,721 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Spare tyre defective

slight in nearside front top shock absorber mounting bush

Pass 11 Feb 2011 37,023 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

slight damage on both front tyres on outer walls

Pass 30 Jan 2010 31,872 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 27,140 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 23,247 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 23,247 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BP52 EUZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BP52 EUZ, 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 BP52 EUZ registered?

BP52 EUZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is BP52 EUZ safe to buy?

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