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BV03 WLC

2003 Ford Ka

Pink Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

66,439 mi
Last recorded66,439 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 WLC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 66,439 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Sep 2017 66,433 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position boot unable to open (6.4.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2016 58,329 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2016 58,329 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 53,535 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensation inside lens but visible beam pattern (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Sep 2015 53,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall damage (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensation inside lens but visible beam pattern (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 50,014 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 50,014 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 44,634 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 43,116 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 39,970 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 36,380 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,041 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,501 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 29,501 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 25,412 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 25,412 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 22,238 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 20,059 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 WLC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Pink with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 WLC, 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 WLC registered?

BV03 WLC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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