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BW03 PVY

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,015 mi
Last recorded112,015 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 PVY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 112,015 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

o/s and n/s front inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2017 111,873 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

o/s and n/s front inner wheel arches corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2016 98,406 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

o/s bottom ball joint dust cover deteriorated

o/s rear chassis corroded by axle mount but not yet considered excesive

srs light not working

Pass 6 Jul 2015 85,279 miles

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)

indicator stalk self cancelling mechanism catching on the steering column shaft when turning lock to lock.would advise investigation as it could jam the steering.

Pass 6 Jul 2014 73,617 miles

general corrosion on body and chassis but none of which are considered excesive

Fail 5 Jul 2014 73,617 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

general corrosion on body and chassis but none of which are considered excesive

Pass 7 Jul 2013 62,070 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s outer sill corroded but not yet considered excesive

Pass 7 Jul 2012 50,163 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 39,306 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 36,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust corroded in places

offside front tyre starting to perish

offside inner & outer sills corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2010 36,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust corroded in places

offside front tyre starting to perish

offside inner & outer sills corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,591 miles

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

o/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to split

Pass 9 Sep 2008 22,038 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 18,952 miles

corrosion on exhaust system

wear front tyres

wear top strut bushes

Fail 1 Sep 2007 18,791 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

corrosion on exhaust system

wear both front top strut bushes

wear front tyres on edges

Pass 2 Sep 2006 14,003 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Play to both front top strut bushes

Wear to both front tyres on edges

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 PVY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PVY, 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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BW03 PVY is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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