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BT53 OPD

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,614 mi
Last recorded56,614 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 OPD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 56,614 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 56,614 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 48,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 46,574 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 61,052 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 46,001 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 43,416 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 40,027 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 36,269 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 31,130 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 25,405 miles

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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 OPD is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OPD, 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 OPD registered?

BT53 OPD is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BT53 OPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 OPD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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