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CA03 RXX

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,260 mi
Last recorded13,260 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 RXX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 13,260 miles

Front wiper blades slightly smearing

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

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Outer sill corroded

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 May 2017 13,252 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front wiper blades slightly smearing

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

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Outer sill corroded

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,604 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 3,984 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 1,019 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 97,614 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 93,627 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 93,627 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 88,744 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 83,859 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 83,859 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 72,792 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 72,792 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 61,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 48,660 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 34,387 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 34,385 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

oil leak

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 RXX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CA03 RXX, 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 RXX registered?

CA03 RXX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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