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FG53 VPC

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,852 mi
Last recorded57,852 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 VPC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 57,852 miles

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

both front wisbone rear bushes slightly perished

Pass 7 Oct 2014 45,027 miles

both front lower wishbone rear bushes slightly perished

Pass 16 Oct 2013 33,066 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear seats not fitted at time of test seatbelts unchecked

Fail 14 Oct 2013 33,064 miles

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

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear seats not fitted at time of test seatbelts unchecked

Pass 19 Sep 2012 30,610 miles

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 28,589 miles

both outer sills and sill lips rusting

rear seats missing seat belts not checked

Pass 14 Oct 2010 27,149 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2010 27,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 23,620 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear seat missing

Pass 8 Oct 2008 21,057 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 21,057 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

rear seat missing

Pass 19 Oct 2007 17,469 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 14,605 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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FG53 VPC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FG53 VPC, 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 VPC registered?

FG53 VPC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is FG53 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 VPC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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