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BW03 PZN

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

76,014 mi
Last recorded76,014 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 76,014 miles

condition of both front brake disc s

corrosion around fuel filler cap

corrosion on both front chassis rails

corrosion on both rear undersills

oil leak

repairs to both outer sills and undersills

Fail 15 Dec 2016 76,011 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam main axle bush worn (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded undersill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam main axle bush worn (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

condition of both front brake disc s

corrosion around fuel filler cap

corrosion on both front chassis rails

corrosion on both rear undersills

oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2015 69,330 miles

exhaust flex poor condition but not blowing

general corrosion around outer sill's and floors but not holed

Fail 15 Dec 2015 69,330 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both front wishbones (2.4.G.2)

accident damage o/s/f wing taped up not sharp edges

exhaust flex poor condition but not blowing

general corrosion around outer sill's and floors but not holed

Pass 18 Dec 2014 62,116 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 58,508 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 52,328 miles

slight play in rear axle bushes

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 47,342 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 47,238 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 42,446 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 42,428 miles

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

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 38,096 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 38,096 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 32,571 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 23,465 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 16,421 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 PZN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PZN, 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 PZN registered?

BW03 PZN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is BW03 PZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 PZN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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