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BP52 HXM

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,685 mi
Last recorded71,685 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 HXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2019 71,685 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s door mirror insecure

slight movement from o/s/f top mount

Fail 28 Apr 2019 71,685 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

n/s door mirror insecure

slight movement from o/s/f top mount

Pass 18 Apr 2018 59,742 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 57,876 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 57,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 56,447 miles

engine management light is illuminated

Pass 28 Jul 2015 54,980 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 54,980 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 53,267 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 53,267 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Outer Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 49,108 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 44,767 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 40,721 miles

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 40,721 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 39,472 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 39,472 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

heavy cracking to both rear tyres

Pass 18 Aug 2009 36,175 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 35,453 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 31,520 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2006 22,155 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 22,155 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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BP52 HXM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HXM, 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 HXM registered?

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

Is BP52 HXM safe to buy?

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