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FE03 MKD

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

3,188 mi
Last recorded3,188 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 MKD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 3,188 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 2,175 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 354 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 95,646 miles

front bumper damaged

osf electric window inop

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

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

clutch pipe damp

corrosion around fuel filler cap

Fail 22 Jun 2015 95,643 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

clutch pipe damp

corrosion around fuel filler cap

front bumper damaged

osf electric window inop

Pass 1 Jul 2014 90,136 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 90,125 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 83,629 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 83,627 miles

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

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

advise- n/s sill corroded advise repaired

advise- o/s sill corroded advise repaired

Pass 18 Jun 2012 76,023 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 68,622 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2010 59,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 50,607 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 50,604 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 44,991 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 44,991 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 35,288 miles

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

no spare wheel

Pass 3 Apr 2006 19,906 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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FE03 MKD is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FE03 MKD, 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 FE03 MKD registered?

FE03 MKD is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is FE03 MKD safe to buy?

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