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EA53 AEF

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,241 mi
Last recorded38,241 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 AEF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 38,241 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split.

o/s/f brake flexi pipe starting to perish.

Pass 13 Sep 2012 36,516 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 34,536 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

p.a.s pipes n/s rusty

slight bind o/s/f brake

slight free play both front top shock mountings

vehicle outer sills surface rust

Pass 5 Sep 2011 34,536 miles

p.a.s pipes n/s rusty

slight bind o/s/f brake

slight free play both front top shock mountings

vehicle outer sills surface rust

Pass 22 Sep 2010 32,350 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,509 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 26,288 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 23,360 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 20,663 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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EA53 AEF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EA53 AEF, 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 EA53 AEF registered?

EA53 AEF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EA53 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 AEF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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