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FM52 VJJ

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

22,870 mi
Last recorded22,870 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 VJJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 22,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 22,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 22,840 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 22,692 miles

rear wiper blade worn.

Fail 16 Aug 2022 22,604 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid none (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid none (3.5 (a))

rear wiper blade worn.

Pass 12 Aug 2021 22,420 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 22,408 miles

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 22,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 21,975 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 21,625 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 21,146 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 21,144 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 20,696 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 20,216 miles

Offside front tyre perished

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 19,600 miles

adv. outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,928 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 18,335 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,775 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2011 17,774 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 16,933 miles

all tyres perishing on outer side walls

Fail 24 Feb 2010 16,920 miles

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

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

all tyres perishing on outer side walls

Pass 18 Feb 2009 15,099 miles

Slight play in both front top mounts. I believe this is designed in on this model ( car has really low mileage and play is same both sides).

Pass 13 Feb 2008 13,030 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 11,507 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 8,996 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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FM52 VJJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FM52 VJJ, 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 FM52 VJJ registered?

FM52 VJJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is FM52 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 VJJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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