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FH03 HLF

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests26 (13 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

113,453 mi
Last recorded113,453 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 HLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 13 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2018 113,453 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ns and os front outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns and os rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear registration plate deteriorated

Pass 4 Dec 2017 110,848 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 110,848 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres worn to legal requirements

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2016 110,660 miles

Nearside Front cracked/perished in between sidewall

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

Offside Front top shock mounting has play.

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

Fail 6 Dec 2016 110,660 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure sheared off. (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings complete centre section of sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front cracked/perished in between sidewall

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

Offside Front top shock mounting has play.

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

Pass 17 Dec 2015 110,350 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

osf top shock absorber mounting has play

Fail 15 Dec 2015 110,346 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch/sill within 30 cm of rear axle mounting (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill within 30 cm of seat belt anchorage (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch/sill within 30 cm of rear axle mounting (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill within 30 cm of seat belt anchorage (6.1.B.2)

both rear tyres on legal limit

osf top shock absorber mounting has play

Pass 10 Dec 2014 109,955 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2014 109,955 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 109,382 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2013 109,382 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 108,721 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing low on tread (165/65/13)

Fail 10 Dec 2012 108,721 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing low on tread (165/65/13)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 108,076 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 108,076 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 May 2011 103,231 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 103,231 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 92,226 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 92,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2009 81,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 19 May 2008 76,117 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 19 May 2008 76,117 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 66,194 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 May 2007 66,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2006 53,132 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 53,132 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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FH03 HLF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FH03 HLF, 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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FH03 HLF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 May 2003.

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