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FL03 FDG

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,788 mi
Last recorded66,788 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 FDG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 66,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 66,786 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 66,105 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 66,105 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 64,046 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 56,858 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 48,066 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 44,990 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 35,354 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre punctured

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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FL03 FDG is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL03 FDG, 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 FL03 FDG registered?

FL03 FDG is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is FL03 FDG safe to buy?

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