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CP52 LFX

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

61,919 mi
Last recorded61,919 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP52 LFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 61,919 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 58,269 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 58,264 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 51,659 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 51,659 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2011 48,203 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 48,203 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 46,299 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 2 Mar 2009 41,016 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 41,014 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2008 37,950 miles

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

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

slight play in offside front shockabsorber top bush

Pass 7 Mar 2008 37,950 miles

slight play in offside front shockabsorber top bush

Pass 9 Mar 2007 31,329 miles

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

slight play in both shocker top bushes

Pass 20 Mar 2006 21,903 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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CP52 LFX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CP52 LFX, 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

How do I check the history of CP52 LFX?

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What year was CP52 LFX registered?

CP52 LFX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is CP52 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP52 LFX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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