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CE53 OTW

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,537 mi
Last recorded59,537 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 OTW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,537 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 59,128 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 58,206 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 56,648 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 54,621 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 52,695 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 52,695 miles

Nearside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 50,786 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 46,693 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 46,693 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 42,177 miles

advise n/s rear shocker damp

advise o/s front and n/s rear tyre is down to 2mm

Fail 28 Sep 2007 42,177 miles

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

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

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

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

advise n/s rear shocker damp

advise o/s front and n/s rear tyre is down to 2mm

Pass 25 Sep 2006 33,297 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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CE53 OTW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CE53 OTW, 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 CE53 OTW registered?

CE53 OTW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is CE53 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 OTW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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