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FL53 KKY

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

73,335 mi
Last recorded73,335 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 KKY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 73,335 miles

Both front lower suspension arm bushes de-bonded.

N/S Outer sill area corroded.

N/S/F Chassis rail corroded.

N/S/R Chassis rail corroded.

N/S/R Tyre worn close to legal limit.

Fail 19 Jul 2017 73,098 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under car sill area as marked. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Both front lower suspension arm bushes de-bonded.

N/S Outer sill area corroded.

N/S/F Chassis rail corroded.

N/S/R Chassis rail corroded.

N/S/R Tyre worn close to legal limit.

Pass 10 Jun 2016 64,012 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 63,976 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 58,559 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 54,918 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 54,918 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 49,941 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 49,941 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 49,701 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 45,572 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 38,473 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 38,473 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 32,605 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 25,767 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,132 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 KKY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FL53 KKY, 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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FL53 KKY is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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