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CX53 LZC

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,516 mi
Last recorded70,516 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 LZC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 70,516 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 70,516 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 66,413 miles

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

near side and off side sill corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2013 66,413 miles

near side and off side sill corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2012 60,482 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 60,482 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 52,151 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2011 52,147 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

off side rear tyre pressure low

Pass 10 May 2010 47,277 miles

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

Near side front tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 42,369 miles

Body damaged at near side rear.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 32,412 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 23,015 miles

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

slight cracking on all tyres

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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CX53 LZC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CX53 LZC, 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 CX53 LZC?

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What year was CX53 LZC registered?

CX53 LZC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is CX53 LZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 LZC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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