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BV53 UBP

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,981 mi
Last recorded51,981 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 UBP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 51,981 miles

Both rear tires perished

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

slight movement in both front strut top mounts

Fail 4 Feb 2016 51,981 miles

Both rear tires perished

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

slight movement in both front strut top mounts

Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,391 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 44,164 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 38,659 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 38,654 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 33,998 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 29,762 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 27,123 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 24,010 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 20,138 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,145 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 UBP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV53 UBP, 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 BV53 UBP registered?

BV53 UBP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BV53 UBP safe to buy?

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