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CP03 BZS

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,358 mi
Last recorded82,358 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 BZS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 82,358 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 77,042 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 72,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 72,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 63,410 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear all (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2017 63,410 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear all (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 54,932 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 51,346 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 48,769 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 46,980 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

slight under body surface rust

Pass 4 Apr 2013 46,980 miles

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

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

slight under body surface rust

Fail 10 Apr 2012 45,477 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise split to o/s rear tyre

Pass 10 Apr 2012 45,477 miles

advise split to o/s rear tyre

Pass 11 Apr 2011 43,743 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 43,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

ADVISE N/S REAR TYRE INNER WALL SMALL SPLIT UNDER LOAD

Pass 31 Mar 2010 41,786 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 39,161 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 37,082 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 34,723 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 28,096 miles

off side front tyre outer edges wearing near legal limit

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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CP03 BZS is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CP03 BZS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP03 BZS registered?

CP03 BZS is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is CP03 BZS safe to buy?

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