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CP53 SXN

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,721 mi
Last recorded59,721 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 SXN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 May 2018 59,721 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis member (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort and n/s (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch area (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 19 May 2017 55,791 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 53,748 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 50,054 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 43,339 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 34,192 miles

ADVISE/ NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL RIM HAS BUCKLE ON INNER EDG OF RIM.

Pass 18 Aug 2012 24,157 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,080 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 16,111 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 15,538 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 14,923 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 14,106 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 13,379 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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CP53 SXN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CP53 SXN, 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 CP53 SXN registered?

CP53 SXN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is CP53 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 SXN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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