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CP03 KOA

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,370 mi
Last recorded116,370 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 KOA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2014 116,370 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2014 116,231 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 100,773 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 92,667 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 92,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 81,581 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 81,581 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2010 76,706 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 76,706 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 60,869 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective

brake discs and offside front strut top mount just passed test

Fail 26 May 2009 60,863 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)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Spare tyre defective

brake discs and offside front strut top mount just passed test

Pass 16 May 2008 43,365 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 29,875 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 21,056 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 21,056 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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 KOA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue 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 CP03 KOA, 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 KOA registered?

CP03 KOA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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