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CP53 TFV

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,776 mi
Last recorded48,776 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 TFV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 48,776 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 48,227 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 48,226 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/ floor corroded and holed middle and front (5.2.6)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 47,426 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sill to fllor areas starting to corrode (5.2.6)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 47,426 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sill to fllor areas starting to corrode (5.2.6)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 45,427 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 45,427 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 41,832 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 41,832 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 38,613 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 38,613 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 33,474 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 33,474 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 1 Dec 2010 30,626 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 30,626 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 28,788 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 26,363 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 26,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 24,612 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 21,548 miles

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

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 TFV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 CP53 TFV, 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 CP53 TFV?

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What year was CP53 TFV registered?

CP53 TFV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is CP53 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 TFV shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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