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FB03 FHH

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,113 mi
Last recorded58,113 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 FHH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 58,113 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 55,549 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 55,542 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 53,778 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014
Pass 19 Feb 2013 49,678 miles

Brake pedal travel low

O/s/r tyre has age cracks in inner side wall

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 49,668 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pedal travel low

O/s/r tyre has age cracks in inner side wall

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 46,823 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 43,642 miles

Front suspention arm bushes(bonding)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 41,623 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 39,885 miles

o/s/front suspension creaking hand and footbrake require adjustment

Pass 21 Feb 2008 38,910 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 38,906 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

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)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 36,783 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 30,136 miles

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

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

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 FHH is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FB03 FHH, 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

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What year was FB03 FHH registered?

FB03 FHH is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is FB03 FHH safe to buy?

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