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FM52 XYL

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

22,861 mi
Last recorded22,861 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2017 22,861 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 22,467 miles

condition of both front lower arms rear bushes

condition of front number plate

exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2015 21,514 miles

exhaust corroded

slight play in both front top suspension mounts

Pass 28 Feb 2014 21,038 miles

both front lower wishbones rear bushes starting to seperate

condensation in o/s/f headlight

Fail 28 Feb 2014 21,038 miles

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

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

both front lower wishbones rear bushes starting to seperate

condensation in o/s/f headlight

Pass 1 Mar 2013 20,467 miles

exhaust corroded

slight play in both front top suspension mounts

Fail 28 Feb 2013 20,453 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

exhaust corroded

slight play in both front top suspension mounts

Pass 3 Mar 2012 19,975 miles

condition of both front lower arms inner bushers

exhaust corroded

slight play in both front top suspension mounts

Pass 11 Mar 2011 19,417 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

offside headlight condensation

Pass 6 Mar 2010 18,903 miles

slight play in both front top suspension mount bushers

Pass 7 Mar 2009 17,872 miles

condition of off side front lower arm inner bush

slight play in both front top suspension mounts

Pass 22 Mar 2008 16,863 miles

slight play in near side front top suspension mount

Pass 24 Mar 2007 15,621 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2007 15,621 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 14,295 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all 4 tyres worn on inner edges

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 XYL is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XYL, 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 FM52 XYL registered?

FM52 XYL is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is FM52 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 XYL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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