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BW03 PXF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,639 mi
Last recorded67,639 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 PXF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Dec 2015 67,639 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 63,633 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 63,633 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 58,598 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 58,598 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 24 Oct 2012 53,235 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/rear body by fuel cap corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2012 53,235 miles

n/s/rear body by fuel cap corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2011 42,863 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 38,270 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 38,270 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 34,047 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 34,047 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

ADVISE NAIL IN OFFSIDE REAR TYRE

Pass 27 Oct 2008 30,035 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 25,119 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 20,805 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 PXF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PXF, 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 PXF registered?

BW03 PXF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 July 2003.

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