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EA53 HRM

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

84,117 mi
Last recorded84,117 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 HRM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 84,117 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 78,337 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 73,271 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Nov 2017 73,271 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Nov 2016 69,855 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 65,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front has a leaf stuck in the brake caliper

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn badly on inner edge below normal service standard

oil leak

some underbody corrosion but all appears sound.

Fail 27 Nov 2015 65,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front has a leaf stuck in the brake caliper

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn badly on inner edge below normal service standard

oil leak

some underbody corrosion but all appears sound.

Fail 28 Nov 2014 61,838 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion in o/s/r subframe mounting

Pass 28 Nov 2014 61,838 miles

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

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

corrosion in o/s/r subframe mounting

Pass 28 Oct 2013 54,210 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 45,994 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 36,699 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 36,699 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 34,674 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 34,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 33,827 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 33,827 miles

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 33,826 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

interior rear view mirror missing

Pass 3 Dec 2008 28,818 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 28,818 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 23,641 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2007 23,633 miles

Offside Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 18,182 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE STEERING RACK ARM

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 HRM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HRM, 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 EA53 HRM registered?

EA53 HRM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is EA53 HRM safe to buy?

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