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EA03 YVZ

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,921 mi
Last recorded59,921 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 YVZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 59,921 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 53,731 miles

Rear brake flexi hoses perished

Pass 9 Mar 2015 49,563 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,732 miles

Both front brake discs heavily corroded on inner faces

Nearside front wishbone bush split

Slight corrosion to both rear outer sills

Pass 12 Apr 2013 44,086 miles

Both strut top mounts slight play

Play in N/S/F top mount

Fail 16 Apr 2012 41,028 miles

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

both rear springs corroded

both wishbone bushes deteriorated

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Apr 2012 41,028 miles

both rear springs corroded

both wishbone bushes deteriorated

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Apr 2011 36,759 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 36,759 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 32,156 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 32,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 25,418 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front lower wishbone bushes seperating advise offside and nearside front

chip in front windscreen

front brake discs lipped strong advise

offside headlamp lense condensation

Fail 14 Apr 2008 22,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,276 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 19,231 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 14,553 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 YVZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EA03 YVZ, 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 YVZ registered?

EA03 YVZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is EA03 YVZ safe to buy?

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