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FL53 KJN

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,910 mi
Last recorded105,910 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 KJN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 105,910 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 96,408 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 86,699 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2012 79,031 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 72,384 miles

Coolant leak

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

Fail 25 May 2011 72,384 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

coolent leak

Pass 19 May 2010 65,057 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 65,057 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 20 May 2009 58,905 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 58,876 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 May 2008 50,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2008 50,784 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 43,095 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 28,615 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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FL53 KJN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL53 KJN, 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 FL53 KJN registered?

FL53 KJN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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