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BP52 FBX

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,396 mi
Last recorded52,396 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 FBX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2010 52,396 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres cracked excessively on s/walls

Pass 28 Jul 2009 46,279 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyre sidewalls are cracking

Pass 15 Nov 2007 36,573 miles

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

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

nearside rear and offside rear tyres have small cracks in outer walls and tread

Fail 15 Nov 2007 36,573 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

nearside rear and offside rear tyres have small cracks in outer walls and tread

Pass 13 Nov 2006 25,860 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 16,188 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 16,188 miles

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

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

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

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 FBX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FBX, 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 FBX registered?

BP52 FBX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is BP52 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP52 FBX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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