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CK03 RLU

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,907 mi
Last recorded77,907 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 RLU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 77,907 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment o/s & n/s (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2015 77,907 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment o/s & n/s (2.5.A.1c)

Headlamp aim too high o/s & n/s (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 72,634 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 67,016 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 63,411 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 58,841 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 51,767 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 51,765 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 40,796 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 40,796 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 May 2008 32,667 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 25,681 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 25,655 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Apr 2006 18,723 miles

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 18,723 miles

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

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 RLU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CK03 RLU, 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 RLU registered?

CK03 RLU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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