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CE53 UOP

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,549 mi
Last recorded51,549 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2015 51,549 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 51,549 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 39,432 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 39,432 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

OSF tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Sep 2013 20,853 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

NS and OS rear tyres showing signs of perishing

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 20,853 miles

NS and OS rear tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 26 Mar 2013 12,448 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 114,484 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 11,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 9,329 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,428 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 7,307 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 6,679 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 5,256 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 4,152 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 UOP 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 CE53 UOP, 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 UOP registered?

CE53 UOP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is CE53 UOP safe to buy?

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