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EA53 RXK

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

119,826 mi
Last recorded119,826 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 119,826 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

hubcaps fitted

Fail 29 May 2019 119,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

hubcaps fitted

Pass 31 May 2018 113,982 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 111,055 miles

Sills corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 111,055 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Sills corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 108,562 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2015 108,562 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Upper Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 103,802 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 103,802 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 96,030 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 96,027 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 82,824 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 82,819 miles

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

Offside front tyre inner edge wearing thin

Pass 8 Jan 2010 71,768 miles

osf brake disc solid, nsf vented

Fail 1 Dec 2009 71,752 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 58,655 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 58,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 46,776 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 46,776 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2006 33,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 33,660 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 RXK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 RXK, 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 RXK registered?

EA53 RXK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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