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CV53 WHJ

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

5,989 mi
Last recorded5,989 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 WHJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 5,989 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member and inside engine bay (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion A piller (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion A pillere (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 5,989 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings radiator bracket broken (6.1.B.2)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings see yellow chalk (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner arch (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member and inside engine bay (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion A piller (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion A pillere (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 5,432 miles

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

under car mild corrosion

Fail 9 Sep 2016 5,431 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near arch (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

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

under car mild corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2015 4,976 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion slam bar (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 4,975 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion slam bar (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 4,754 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 4,752 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 4,531 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 4,531 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 4,312 miles

slight corrosion on bulkhead

Pass 13 Sep 2011 3,973 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Slight corrosion on various parts of the chassis but satisfactory at time of test.

Unable to inspect front inner wings due to plastic covers.

Fail 13 Sep 2011 3,973 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Slight corrosion on various parts of the chassis but satisfactory at time of test.

Unable to inspect front inner wings due to plastic covers.

Pass 14 Sep 2010 3,495 miles

removed air freshner from interier mirror

Fail 14 Sep 2010 3,495 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 2,253 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 1,894 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 1,623 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 1,376 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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CV53 WHJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 CV53 WHJ, 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 WHJ registered?

CV53 WHJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CV53 WHJ safe to buy?

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