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BV53 PFE

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

66,148 mi
Last recorded66,148 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 PFE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 66,148 miles

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2015 63,123 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

coolant low

rear exhaust mount broken - system still supported

Fail 17 Jun 2015 63,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

coolant low

n.s.r tyre - tread/bead/sidewall cracking

rear exhaust mount broken - system still supported

Pass 3 Jun 2014 59,474 miles

slight damage to n/s/r tyre rim protector

Fail 3 Jun 2014 59,474 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight damage to n/s/r tyre rim protector

Pass 10 Jul 2013 56,790 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 53,236 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 49,365 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 49,365 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 45,214 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 45,214 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 40,013 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2009 40,013 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 29,660 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 19,018 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,515 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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BV53 PFE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BV53 PFE, 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 BV53 PFE registered?

BV53 PFE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BV53 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 PFE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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