MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,851 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front suspension arm bushes rear facing deteriorating
gearbox mounting deteriorating
slight cracks to inner edges and inner sidewall of nearside rear tyre
Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
How Reliable is the Ford Ka?
Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FL53 KNB is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 KNB, 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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How do I check the history of FL53 KNB?
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What year was FL53 KNB registered?
FL53 KNB is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.
Is FL53 KNB safe to buy?
The MOT history for FL53 KNB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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