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CA03 CVV

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

71,214 mi
Last recorded71,214 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 CVV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 71,214 miles

welding repairs carried out to o/s/ & n/s/front upper mounting subframe brackets

Fail 5 Feb 2015 71,208 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

welding repairs carried out to o/s/ & n/s/front upper mounting subframe brackets

Pass 13 Nov 2013 66,181 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 64,223 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 50,900 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 50,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2010 39,074 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 39,074 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 36,100 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

front brake discs worn

front brake pads getting low

Fail 26 May 2009 36,100 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

both rear tyres close to legal limit

front brake discs worn

front brake pads getting low

Fail 22 May 2008 30,037 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 May 2008 30,037 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 22,063 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 19,824 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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CA03 CVV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CA03 CVV, 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 CA03 CVV registered?

CA03 CVV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is CA03 CVV safe to buy?

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