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CE03 UWT

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

103,263 mi
Last recorded103,263 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 UWT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 103,263 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 103,263 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 102,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 98,699 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 98,699 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 95,761 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 95,761 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2012 89,406 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 81,736 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 81,736 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 73,833 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 73,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 6 May 2009 54,454 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 May 2009 54,444 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2008 44,534 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 44,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 33,313 miles

both front tyres on 2mm tread depth

front brake pads low

front tyres worn on outer edge / wheel alignment advised

off side front wishbone rear bush started to split

rear seat bottom cushion loose

Fail 3 Apr 2007 33,313 miles

Nearside Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b) DANGEROUS

both front tyres on 2mm tread depth

both front tyres worn on outer edges advise change and wheel alignment

check front brake pads they look low

off side front wishbone rear bush starting to split

rear seat lower cushion loose

Pass 4 Apr 2006 23,031 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 23,031 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

n/s front driveshaft to gearbox seal slight dampness

n/s o/s rear tyres side wall to tread area starting to crack

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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CE03 UWT is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 CE03 UWT, 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 CE03 UWT registered?

CE03 UWT is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2003.

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