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CE53 PXN

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,707 mi
Last recorded34,707 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 PXN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 34,707 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Vehicle heavily under-sealed

Pass 8 Oct 2019 32,854 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 32,854 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 30,192 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 30,192 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 27,401 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 24,451 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2016 24,439 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 23,765 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 23,088 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 22,278 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 21,884 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 15 Aug 2012 21,884 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 20,113 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 17,970 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,146 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 14,038 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 11,236 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 8,811 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 8,811 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 PXN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PXN, 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 PXN registered?

CE53 PXN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CE53 PXN safe to buy?

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