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CA03 TPV

2003 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,309 mi
Last recorded82,309 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 TPV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 82,309 miles

Corrosion on many parts of underside of vehicle.

Interior mirror missing.

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

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

slight play in front top suspension mountings.

Fail 29 Apr 2016 82,308 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion on many parts of underside of vehicle.

Interior mirror missing.

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

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

slight play in front top suspension mountings.

Pass 9 Apr 2015 70,527 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 70,527 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 60,319 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 60,319 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 51,426 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 43,006 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 43,006 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 32,232 miles

Front brakes inbalanced by 20%.

Lift in nearside and offside front suspension top mountings but not considered excessive at this time.

Lift in offside rear suspension strut top mounting but not considered excessive at this time.

Pass 2 Jul 2010 31,433 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,032 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 22,372 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,987 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 14,548 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 TPV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 TPV, 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 TPV registered?

CA03 TPV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is CA03 TPV safe to buy?

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