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FM03 ZZJ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,979 mi
Last recorded56,979 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 ZZJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 56,979 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 51,838 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 50,152 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 46,107 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2014 46,088 miles

Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2013 44,280 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 41,174 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 38,890 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 38,890 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 33,776 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 33,776 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 29,315 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 29,315 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 24,486 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2008 24,486 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2007 20,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 3 Aug 2007 20,332 miles

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 7 Aug 2006 16,681 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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FM03 ZZJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM03 ZZJ, 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 FM03 ZZJ registered?

FM03 ZZJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is FM03 ZZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 ZZJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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