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BW03 GEK

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,699 mi
Last recorded51,699 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 GEK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 51,699 miles

Both front lower suspension arms noisy in operation.

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

Offside front lower suspension arm rear bush slightly adrift.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 51,435 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Both front lower suspension arms noisy in operation.

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

Offside front lower suspension arm rear bush slightly adrift.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 44,921 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 44,918 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

handbrake warning light flickering ,switch

Pass 13 Jul 2012 36,143 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 36,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,768 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 27,980 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 24,301 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,139 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,428 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 12,483 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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BW03 GEK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BW03 GEK, 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 BW03 GEK registered?

BW03 GEK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is BW03 GEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 GEK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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