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BT53 PVW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,457 mi
Last recorded88,457 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 PVW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 88,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 80,817 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 80,817 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 71,713 miles

both inner sills have slight corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2012 66,816 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 59,149 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 52,514 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 42,397 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 33,792 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 24,313 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 17,982 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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BT53 PVW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc 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 PVW, 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 BT53 PVW registered?

BT53 PVW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is BT53 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 PVW 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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