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CK03 VLF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,246 mi
Last recorded72,246 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 VLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,246 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Apr 2015 72,246 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2014 66,241 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 60,312 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2013 60,309 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 53,948 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

fuel filter rusty

n/s rear tyre pressure looks low

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 May 2012 53,948 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

fuel filter rusty

n/s rear tyre pressure looks low

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 May 2011 47,925 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

n/s rear tyre in poor condition

Fail 4 May 2011 47,923 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

n/s rear tyre in poor condition

n/s rear tyre pressure looks low

Pass 5 Mar 2010 41,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 5 Mar 2010 41,442 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Apr 2009 36,811 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 36,807 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 May 2008 31,681 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 27,032 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 24,039 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 VLF 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 62.5%.

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 VLF, 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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CK03 VLF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 May 2003.

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