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CP52 LHM

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,718 mi
Last recorded56,718 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP52 LHM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 56,718 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 56,718 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 51,719 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 47,238 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2015 47,238 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 46,205 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 45,075 miles

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

condensation in o/s headlight,beam pattern starting to deteriorate

surface corrosion to o/s sil and chasis rails,not yet holed

Pass 9 Mar 2012 44,049 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 41,896 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 40,441 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 38,012 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 34,537 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,566 miles

off side front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Jan 2006 25,228 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 LHM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CP52 LHM, 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 CP52 LHM registered?

CP52 LHM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is CP52 LHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP52 LHM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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