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CF53 NYL

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

55,284 mi
Last recorded55,284 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 NYL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2018 55,284 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front pad worn on the inner side of discs (3.5.1g)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2017 53,649 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2017 53,649 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 51,900 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 49,299 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 49,299 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 46,939 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 44,744 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 42,929 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 42,929 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 41,911 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 41,911 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 40,082 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

fluid leak from clutch feed pipe

Pass 23 Dec 2008 35,747 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 31,009 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 24,028 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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CF53 NYL is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CF53 NYL, 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

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What year was CF53 NYL registered?

CF53 NYL is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is CF53 NYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 NYL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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