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FL53 KNV

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,231 mi
Last recorded62,231 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 KNV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 62,231 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside and offside outer sills corroded.

Fail 6 Nov 2018 62,231 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner rack joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel offsde and nearside (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside and offside outer sills corroded.

Pass 9 Nov 2017 59,975 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 56,402 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 51,606 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 48,568 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 48,138 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 48,138 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 44,318 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 39,441 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 28,340 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 21,378 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 19,381 miles

offside front and offside rear tyre cracking on outer walls

Pass 13 Oct 2008 17,392 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 15,405 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 13,248 miles

rear wiper blade split and o/s front screen wiper blade just starting to smear screen

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 KNV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 KNV, 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 KNV registered?

FL53 KNV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is FL53 KNV safe to buy?

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