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FG03 HFY

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,629 mi
Last recorded64,629 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 HFY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 64,629 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 64,621 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 48,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & offside outer sills corrded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 48,751 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & offside outer sills corrded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 34,066 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 32,882 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 31,495 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 30,651 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 27,536 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 24,975 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 22,831 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 22,815 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 21,093 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 19,237 miles

wipers show signs of deterioration

Pass 31 Mar 2012 17,145 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,467 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 13,811 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,342 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 11,194 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 9,278 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 7,243 miles

slight dampness around power steering rack (fluid)

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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FG03 HFY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FG03 HFY, 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 FG03 HFY registered?

FG03 HFY is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is FG03 HFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 HFY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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