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BV03 LPL

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,421 mi
Last recorded13,421 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 LPL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2018 13,421 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/inner flitch (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both front outersills (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear outersills slightly corroded

nearside centre outersill slightly corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2017 12,968 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 12,699 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 12,699 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 12,280 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 12,280 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 11,688 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 11,088 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 10,695 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 10,341 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 9,659 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 8,654 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,689 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 6,777 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 4,408 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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BV03 LPL is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV03 LPL, 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 BV03 LPL registered?

BV03 LPL is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BV03 LPL safe to buy?

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