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CF53 JDX

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

68,002 mi
Last recorded68,002 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 JDX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 68,002 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Oct 2016 67,996 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Oct 2015 62,981 miles

*Front brake discs corroded and worn*

*Wear/play n/s/f top suspension mount*

Both front anti-roll bar 'D' bushes worn

Both front wipers torn and smear

Both rear inner sills corroded

N/s/f anti-roll link top gaiter split

O/s outer sill corroded

O/s/f brake flexy perish cracked

O/s/f lower ball joint gaiter split

Slight buckle n/s/r inner wheel rim

Fail 5 Oct 2015 62,977 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

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

*Front brake discs corroded and worn*

*Wear/play n/s/f top suspension mount*

Both front anti-roll bar 'D' bushes worn

Both front wipers torn and smear

Both rear inner sills corroded

N/s/f anti-roll link top gaiter split

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

O/s outer sill corroded

O/s/f brake flexy perish cracked

O/s/f lower ball joint gaiter split

Slight buckle n/s/r inner wheel rim

Pass 9 Oct 2014 57,955 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 55,281 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 51,213 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 51,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 46,308 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 40,778 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 40,778 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 35,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2009 35,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 29,165 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 21,081 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,692 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 15,692 miles

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

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

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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CF53 JDX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 CF53 JDX, 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 CF53 JDX registered?

CF53 JDX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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