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BT03 BVD

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,567 mi
Last recorded59,567 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 BVD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 59,567 miles

Corrosion to chassis and underside

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 56,937 miles

Nearside Front flitch corroded

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 54,151 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 51,904 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 49,567 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 47,750 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 46,083 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 44,677 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 43,242 miles

wiper rubbers split

Pass 7 Mar 2012 41,591 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 38,129 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)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 32,968 miles

wiper rubbers split

Fail 3 Mar 2009 30,299 miles

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

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 3 Mar 2009 30,299 miles

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 14 Mar 2008 27,205 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 23,970 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,699 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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BT03 BVD is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BT03 BVD, 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 BT03 BVD registered?

BT03 BVD is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is BT03 BVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 BVD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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