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CE53 BXJ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,593 mi
Last recorded68,593 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 BXJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 68,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

n/s/r tyre wearing low on outer edge

Fail 18 Jul 2013 68,448 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

n/s/r tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 18 Jul 2012 57,765 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 57,765 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 48,024 miles

o/s/f top suspension mount slight play

Fail 15 Jul 2011 48,024 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

o/s/f top suspension mount slight play

Pass 20 Jul 2010 40,855 miles

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 7 Jul 2009 38,616 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,602 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 24,247 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 13,778 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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CE53 BXJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CE53 BXJ, 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 CE53 BXJ registered?

CE53 BXJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CE53 BXJ safe to buy?

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