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CE03 XDR

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,381 mi
Last recorded81,381 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 81,381 miles

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

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 77,626 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor area (6.1.B.2)

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

Outer Body has slight corrosion sills both sides (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 75,206 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 75,174 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 72,061 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 72,054 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 67,632 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 63,441 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 55,366 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 2 Nov 2010 55,366 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 9 Nov 2009

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Nov 2009

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2008 38,234 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 38,234 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 30,153 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 27,407 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 21,553 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 21,553 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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CE03 XDR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CE03 XDR, 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 CE03 XDR registered?

CE03 XDR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is CE03 XDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 XDR shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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