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CP03 GTU

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,127 mi
Last recorded47,127 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 GTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2020 47,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 44,622 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 44,622 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 42,121 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 42,121 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,197 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 38,118 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 34,651 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 30,297 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 25,709 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 21,352 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 5 Jul 2013 21,341 miles

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

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 Jul 2012 15,933 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 4 Jul 2011 14,481 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 13,705 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 12,682 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 12,682 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 11,650 miles

all 4 tyre sidewalls deteriorating.

Fail 23 Jun 2008 11,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all 4 tyre sidewalls deteriorating.

Pass 30 Jun 2007 10,583 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 10,583 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 May 2006 9,437 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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CP03 GTU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CP03 GTU, 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 CP03 GTU registered?

CP03 GTU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 May 2003.

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