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CK53 LFD

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

45,469 mi
Last recorded45,469 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 LFD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 45,469 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 45,466 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2018 40,153 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer/inner sill areas (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 40,153 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer/inner sill areas (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 35,500 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 35,500 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 30,807 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 27,036 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 23,423 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 16 Nov 2012 19,988 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 19,988 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 16,915 miles

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

n/side rear tyre damage to wall

Fail 14 Dec 2011 16,915 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

n/side rear tyre damage to wall

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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CK53 LFD is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 CK53 LFD, 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 CK53 LFD registered?

CK53 LFD is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is CK53 LFD safe to buy?

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