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CA03 HTP

2003 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

52,505 mi
Last recorded52,505 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 HTP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 52,505 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 49,619 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Oct 2016 49,619 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Oct 2015 48,687 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 47,719 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

general suspension body and brake rust

nsf tyre has sidewall damage

osf tyre has sidewall damage

switched passenger airbag on

Fail 11 Oct 2014 47,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

general suspension body and brake rust

nearside front tyre side wall damage

offside rear tyre side wall damage

switched passenger air bag on

Pass 19 Oct 2013 45,575 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Oct 2013 45,575 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Oct 2012 40,897 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 40,897 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 35,829 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 35,827 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 31,969 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2010 31,919 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2009 25,958 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 25,925 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 20,146 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 20,103 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2007 13,428 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 HTP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 HTP, 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 HTP registered?

CA03 HTP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is CA03 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 HTP shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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