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EA53 RWU

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,618 mi
Last recorded26,618 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 RWU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 26,618 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre 2-3mm

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Feb 2018 26,618 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front tyre 2-3mm

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 18,970 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 15,832 miles

All four tyres cracking around edges of side walls and tread

Fail 12 Jan 2015 15,520 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 15,520 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 15,258 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 15,258 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 14,865 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 14,148 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 13,746 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 13,093 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 11,753 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 10,140 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 7,564 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 RWU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RWU, 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 RWU registered?

EA53 RWU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is EA53 RWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 RWU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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