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BV53 UDP

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,396 mi
Last recorded82,396 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 82,396 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 82,393 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Power steering ram leaking Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 79,828 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland both sides (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

all tyres perishing

Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,885 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 May 2015 67,170 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 64,222 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 64,218 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

E.M.L. On

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Wiper blades smearing but clearing enough to meet the M.O.T. Standards

Pass 6 Aug 2013 60,167 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 53,463 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 45,098 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 45,098 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 39,866 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 28,294 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 28,294 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,720 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 17,402 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 8,732 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 UDP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UDP, 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 UDP registered?

BV53 UDP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is BV53 UDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 UDP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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