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EA03 BKJ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

95,069 mi
Last recorded95,069 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 BKJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 95,069 miles

Offside Rear sill panel covered in fresh underseal

nearside front body has slight corrosion

offside and nearside front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

underside has light corrosion forming all over

Fail 5 Jun 2017 95,069 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

nearside front body has slight corrosion

offside and nearside front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2017 94,948 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 92,806 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 91,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 91,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 82,996 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 82,994 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 74,963 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 74,963 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 67,411 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 31 Jan 2012 77,369 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust system corroded

Battery insecure

Pass 11 Jan 2011 62,509 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 59,306 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 59,306 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front wiper blades slightly smeer

nail in n/s/rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2008 55,319 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 45,441 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 33,258 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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EA03 BKJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 EA03 BKJ, 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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EA03 BKJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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