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CX53 MFY

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,028 mi
Last recorded87,028 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 MFY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 May 2014 87,028 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all metal brake pipes corrosion

front pads appear low

fuel filter heavy corrosion

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

rear chassis legs heavy corrosion boot floor lentgth

Pass 12 Jun 2013 80,331 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

other parts of under body getting corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2013 80,160 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

other parts of under body getting corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2012 72,436 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

other parts of under body badly rusted

Fail 27 Jun 2012 72,436 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

other parts of under body badly rusted

Pass 19 Jul 2011 66,171 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 61,845 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 54,630 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 54,618 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

scraping noise from o/s/f wheel when spun

Pass 30 Jul 2008 46,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 38,400 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 28,081 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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CX53 MFY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red 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 MFY, 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 CX53 MFY registered?

CX53 MFY is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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