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BW03 XDD

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,871 mi
Last recorded43,871 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 XDD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 43,871 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bottom arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 43,803 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed + tread below limmit (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed + tread below limmit (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bottom arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 32,689 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 32,689 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 19,394 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 19,275 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 19,024 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 18,745 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 18,420 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 17,963 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 17,961 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 17,908 miles

Offside head lamp damp inside

Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,404 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 17,255 miles

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 14 Aug 2013 17,117 miles

o/s head light damp inside

Pass 16 Aug 2012 16,597 miles

o/s head light slighty damp inside

Pass 10 Aug 2011 16,428 miles

o/s head light damp inside

Pass 11 Aug 2010 16,259 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 15,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 15,950 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 15,682 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 15,395 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 15,093 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 XDD is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 XDD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW03 XDD registered?

BW03 XDD is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is BW03 XDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 XDD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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