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CV53 LWH

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,403 mi
Last recorded35,403 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 LWH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 35,403 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing / wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing / wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 35,403 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing / wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing / wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 25,623 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Mar 2017 25,623 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 17,658 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 17,298 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 16,431 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 15,540 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 14,553 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 13,283 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 11,796 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 10,815 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 9,879 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 8,209 miles

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

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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CV53 LWH is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver 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 CV53 LWH, 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.

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What year was CV53 LWH registered?

CV53 LWH is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is CV53 LWH safe to buy?

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