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EA53 HRZ

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,995 mi
Last recorded58,995 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 58,995 miles

windscreen cracked but not in drivers view

Pass 13 Sep 2016 45,768 miles

excessive oil leak.

Fail 13 Sep 2016 45,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

excessive oil leak.

Pass 30 Nov 2015 44,321 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 44,321 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 41,441 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 38,844 miles

Oil leak

both front top mounts have play

Fail 30 Dec 2013 38,844 miles

Oil leak

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

both front top mounts have play

Pass 31 Oct 2012 35,626 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 32,306 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 32,306 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 29,768 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 26,061 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight 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 7 Nov 2008 22,813 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 20,006 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 16,084 miles

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

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

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 HRZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver 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 EA53 HRZ, 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 HRZ registered?

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

Is EA53 HRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 HRZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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