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FL53 VVA

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,411 mi
Last recorded75,411 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VVA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2013 75,411 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jun 2013 75,411 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2012 69,395 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 63,377 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 63,367 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 May 2010 58,694 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 May 2010 58,694 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 55,785 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 50,989 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 40,417 miles

uneven wear on front tyres o/s only just legal

Pass 29 Mar 2006 30,491 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 VVA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VVA, 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 FL53 VVA registered?

FL53 VVA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FL53 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 VVA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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