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CA03 XZT

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,406 mi
Last recorded98,406 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 XZT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 May 2012 98,406 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 May 2012 98,406 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 83,662 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 83,662 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 68,774 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 52,724 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2009 52,724 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 36,981 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,443 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 21,443 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 14,822 miles

gear knob loose

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

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 XZT is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 XZT, 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

How do I check the history of CA03 XZT?

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What year was CA03 XZT registered?

CA03 XZT is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is CA03 XZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 XZT shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA03 XZT have outstanding finance?

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