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CK03 LSZ

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

94,910 mi
Last recorded94,910 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 LSZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 94,910 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in

Fail 7 Aug 2017 94,910 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 91,059 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 91,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 88,568 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 88,549 miles

Brake pedal modified and seriously weakened (3.3.A.6)

Front Brake pedal pad not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 86,073 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 86,073 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 79,619 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 79,619 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 73,487 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 73,487 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 69,547 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 69,547 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Feb 2010 64,765 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 22 Feb 2010 64,765 miles

n/s rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 22 May 2009 61,324 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 57,234 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 51,957 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 51,957 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 41,673 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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CK03 LSZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 CK03 LSZ, 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 CK03 LSZ registered?

CK03 LSZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is CK03 LSZ safe to buy?

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