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BV03 USY

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

73,526 mi
Last recorded73,526 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 USY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 73,526 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 73,526 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 62,837 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 62,835 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 52,845 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 42,568 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 42,568 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 36,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine oil overfull

Pass 29 Feb 2012 36,428 miles

engine oil overfull

Fail 21 Sep 2010 29,574 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 29,574 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 19,501 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 19,146 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 9,134 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 USY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 USY, 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 USY registered?

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

Is BV03 USY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 USY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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