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BV53 VJA

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,320 mi
Last recorded71,320 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 VJA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 71,320 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 46,864 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 42,644 miles

Rear Panhard rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 42,639 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Panhard rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 33,977 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 27,725 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 26,162 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 24,895 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 23,695 miles

slight cut in sidewall n/s front tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2007 19,861 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 14,423 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 VJA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VJA, 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 VJA registered?

BV53 VJA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is BV53 VJA safe to buy?

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