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EA03 FYM

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,202 mi
Last recorded50,202 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 FYM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 50,202 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

offside front outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 25 Jul 2016 50,197 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

offside front outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2015 42,847 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 42,847 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 32,458 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 26,641 miles

nearside frnt tyre worn on inner and outter edges

Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,052 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 17,510 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 16,422 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 16,422 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 15,220 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 15,220 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 13,898 miles

slight play in both front shock top mounts

Pass 28 Mar 2007 11,893 miles

slight lift in nearside front top shock mount

Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,876 miles

both wiper rubbers starting to split

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 FYM 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 EA03 FYM, 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 EA03 FYM registered?

EA03 FYM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is EA03 FYM safe to buy?

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