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FG03 USV

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,414 mi
Last recorded32,414 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 32,414 miles

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 32,212 miles

both outer sills corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2015 31,894 miles

corrosion apparent throughout vehicle

Fail 18 Mar 2015 31,881 miles

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

corrosion apparent throughout vehicle

Pass 23 Mar 2014 31,101 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Mar 2014 31,080 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Mar 2013 29,863 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 28,921 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 27,884 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 27,884 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 25,769 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 24,088 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 24,087 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 23,844 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 20,968 miles

o/s/f wiper blade split

o/s/ftyre cutin sidewall

Pass 13 Apr 2006 70,892 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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FG03 USV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 USV, 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 USV registered?

FG03 USV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is FG03 USV safe to buy?

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