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FM52 XCZ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

34,760 mi
Last recorded34,760 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 XCZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 34,760 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Apr 2022 34,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,439 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

steering slight stiffness.

Fail 26 Jun 2015 32,439 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

near and offside brake hoses not secured on clip.

near and offside front wipers and rear wiper split at ends.

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

steering slight stiffness.

Pass 2 Jul 2014 31,190 miles

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edges

Fail 2 Jul 2014 31,190 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Jun 2013 29,226 miles

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

bonett release under column adrift.

near and offside wiper blades split at ends.

Pass 20 Jun 2012 28,108 miles

Spare tyre worn on the edges

Fail 20 Jun 2012 28,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre worn on the edges

Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,171 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 26,171 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 23,241 miles

Nearside front wiper blade split on the edges

Pass 22 Jun 2009 20,257 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 20,257 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2008 16,307 miles

nearside front macpherson strut has slight movement at upper attachment.

offside front macpherson strut has slight movement at upper attachement.

Fail 29 May 2007 13,705 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2007 13,705 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 11,759 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 XCZ 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 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XCZ, 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

How do I check the history of FM52 XCZ?

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What year was FM52 XCZ registered?

FM52 XCZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is FM52 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 XCZ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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