MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
106,801 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed by excessive corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall 165/65R13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS SLIGHTLY NOISEY
OIL LEAK(S) ON ENGINE
Brakes imbalanced across an axle FRONT (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Coil spring fractured or broken NEARSIDE REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Coil spring fractured or broken OFFSIDE FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel OFFSIDE FRONT (1.2.1 (a) (i))
BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS SLIGHTLY NOISEY
Headlamp aim too low NEARSIDE (4.1.2 (a))
OIL LEAK(S) ON ENGINE
BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS SLIGHTLY NOISEY
OIL LEAK ON ENGINE
NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING OFF ON OUTER EDGE
FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW
Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated NEARSIDE (2.6.1)
Steering rack gaiter split OFFSIDE (2.2.D.2d)
coil spring broken OFFSIDE REAR (2.4.C.1a)
FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW
both front suspension arms rear mounting bushes unbonding
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Ford Ka?
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BV03 SVU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
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 SVU, 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 SVU registered?
BV03 SVU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 April 2003.
Is BV03 SVU safe to buy?
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