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FH53 RRZ

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,657 mi
Last recorded50,657 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 RRZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2016 50,657 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

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

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 42,584 miles

Slight play noted in o/s inner trac rod joint

Fail 1 Apr 2015 42,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight play noted in o/s inner trac rod joint

Pass 28 Mar 2014 35,230 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 32,828 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 30,125 miles

brake pedal spongy

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Pass 18 Apr 2011 28,060 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 25,695 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 23,015 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 20,394 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 17,465 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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FH53 RRZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FH53 RRZ, 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 FH53 RRZ registered?

FH53 RRZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is FH53 RRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 RRZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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