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CP52 RVT

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,285 mi
Last recorded15,285 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP52 RVT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 15,285 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 14,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both outer sills corroded

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 19 Jan 2016 13,925 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 13,014 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2014 12,400 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 12,400 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 11,548 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both outer sills have heavy surface corosio tretment reqd,

Pass 11 Jan 2012 10,754 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

exhaust/rusting.

general/surface/corrosion/on/underbody/advised/treatment.

Pass 14 Jan 2011 9,977 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 8,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 6,147 miles

all brake ferrules light surface corrosion treatment reqd.

Fail 15 Feb 2008 5,062 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front pads not seen correctley req checking

slight wear on front discs

surface rust on all brake pipe ferrules req attension

Pass 15 Feb 2008 5,062 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front pads not seen correctley req checking

slight wear on front discs

surface rust on all brake pipe ferrules req attension

Fail 16 Feb 2007 3,932 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 3,932 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 3,081 miles

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

al top shocker bushes end lift

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 RVT is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RVT, 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 RVT registered?

CP52 RVT is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is CP52 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP52 RVT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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