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EA53 SDU

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

132,419 mi
Last recorded132,419 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 132,419 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 132,419 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 115,235 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 97,575 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 80,428 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 61,886 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 45,773 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 37,077 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 31,978 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 31,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 28,581 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 24,112 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,594 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 13,537 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 10,157 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 SDU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SDU, 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 SDU registered?

EA53 SDU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is EA53 SDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 SDU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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