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FB03 EXR

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

63,026 mi
Last recorded63,026 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 EXR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 63,026 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

coolant level low

Fail 22 Feb 2017 63,026 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported center pipe hanger broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

coolant level low

Pass 11 Mar 2016 53,852 miles

Both out sills slightly corroded.

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

Fail 9 Mar 2016 53,849 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both out sills slightly corroded.

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 51,937 miles

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

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

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

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

front number plate slightly cracked

Fail 5 Nov 2014 51,937 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

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

front number plate slightly cracked

Pass 11 Nov 2013 49,328 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 49,328 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 46,669 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 46,669 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 43,251 miles

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

both rear tyres cracks to tread area

Fail 17 Nov 2011 43,241 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracks to tread area

Pass 18 Nov 2010 40,396 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 37,297 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 34,233 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 30,183 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 23,023 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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FB03 EXR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 FB03 EXR, 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 FB03 EXR registered?

FB03 EXR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is FB03 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 EXR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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