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BT53 EWL

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,698 mi
Last recorded38,698 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 EWL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2012 38,698 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 38,698 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 35,180 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 33,145 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 32,028 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 27,071 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 27,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 24,527 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 24,527 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BT53 EWL is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BT53 EWL, 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 BT53 EWL registered?

BT53 EWL is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is BT53 EWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 EWL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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