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EA03 BXS

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

812,155 mi
Last recorded812,155 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 BXS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 812,155 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2019 81,250 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2018 78,626 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 78,626 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 75,678 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 73,710 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 73,708 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front wheel bearing not checked

Pass 23 Jan 2015 71,866 miles

All tyres cracked in treads

Front and rear tyres inner side walls cracked

Pass 20 Jan 2014 69,183 miles

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

Spare tyre flat

Pass 29 Jan 2013 66,555 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 66,552 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 66,541 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 66,539 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 58,856 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 49,450 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 36,500 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 31,678 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 31,678 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 27,882 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 21,846 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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EA03 BXS is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EA03 BXS, 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 EA03 BXS registered?

EA03 BXS is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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