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FH52 HCZ

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,078 mi
Last recorded39,078 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 HCZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 39,078 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 37,924 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 37,924 miles

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s outer sill (5.2.6)

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch behind damper (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch behind damper (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 36,343 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 35,336 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 33,094 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,367 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 29,341 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 27,075 miles

Cuts on tread on o/s/f tyre.

Pass 29 Jun 2011 24,006 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 20,694 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 17,364 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 14,244 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 11,481 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 8,150 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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FH52 HCZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 FH52 HCZ, 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 FH52 HCZ registered?

FH52 HCZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is FH52 HCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 HCZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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