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BT03 LLX

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,854 mi
Last recorded57,854 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 57,854 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on the inner edge

Fail 29 Aug 2013 57,854 miles

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

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

offside front tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2012 54,430 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

surface corrsion on offside rear sill

Fail 28 Aug 2012 54,430 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

surface corrsion on offside rear sill

Pass 15 Aug 2011 48,966 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 43,284 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 6 Jun 2009 34,861 miles

all 4 tyres close to legal limit

front discs worn

play in both front top strut mounts

Pass 27 Jun 2008 29,161 miles

play in both front top strut mounts

Fail 18 Jun 2007 22,032 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 22,032 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 13,446 miles

o/s front shock top mount has slight play

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 LLX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BT03 LLX, 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 LLX registered?

BT03 LLX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BT03 LLX safe to buy?

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