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CK52 YYH

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,235 mi
Last recorded100,235 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK52 YYH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 100,235 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

underside slight corrosion

Fail 1 Jul 2014 100,198 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

underside slight corrosion

Fail 2 Jul 2013 87,240 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 87,240 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 84,258 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 81,050 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 77,550 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 77,550 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 71,959 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 71,701 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 46,119 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2008 46,119 miles

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

power steering pump noisey

Pass 9 Mar 2007 29,343 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 28,653 miles

both front strut top assemblies have play both vertically and laterally which would be considered excessive as this play is not present if the top mounts are replaced indicating the play is due to wear.

Fail 2 Mar 2006 28,653 miles

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

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

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

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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CK52 YYH 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 60%.

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 CK52 YYH, 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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CK52 YYH is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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