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FG53 LWM

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

39,793 mi
Last recorded39,793 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 LWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 May 2022 39,793 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel box (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear corrosion around fuel filler

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 35,216 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 34,292 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 34,292 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 31,912 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,057 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 25,858 miles

front discs slight worn

Fail 30 Oct 2009 22,345 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 22,345 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 19,777 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 19,777 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 15,917 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 12,367 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Oct 2006 12,367 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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FG53 LWM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FG53 LWM, 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 FG53 LWM registered?

FG53 LWM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is FG53 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 LWM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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