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FA03 TKF

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,828 mi
Last recorded33,828 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 TKF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 33,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear brake sounds rough when used works ok suggest a strip and inspect as I cant during mot

Pass 21 Aug 2015 32,460 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 32,460 miles

Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 25,899 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 16,921 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 8,832 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 8,832 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 7,955 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 7,955 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,475 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 6,893 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 5,913 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 4,955 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 4,121 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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FA03 TKF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FA03 TKF, 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 FA03 TKF registered?

FA03 TKF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is FA03 TKF safe to buy?

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