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FM52 VKC

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,956 mi
Last recorded43,956 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 VKC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2016 43,956 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland bothside (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing bothside (2.7.2a)

rear axle has sign of corrosion

Pass 4 Dec 2015 43,782 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 43,609 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2013 43,368 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 43,098 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 42,758 miles

exhaust system corroded

o/s outer door sill starting to corrode

Pass 16 Dec 2010 42,055 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 40,349 miles

atten rear brakes,both n/s wheel rims dented,both frt top susp mtgs slight play

Pass 3 Dec 2008 35,554 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 28,875 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 19,751 miles

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

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 VKC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VKC, 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 VKC registered?

FM52 VKC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is FM52 VKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 VKC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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