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EA53 TBX

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,924 mi
Last recorded72,924 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 TBX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 72,924 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 57,988 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 53,727 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 50,647 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 44,477 miles

front discs corroded

rear tyres worn unevenly

Fail 28 Jan 2011 44,477 miles

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

front discs corroded

rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 17 Dec 2009 38,393 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edge.

Fail 16 Dec 2009 38,393 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edge.

Pass 15 Jan 2009 30,844 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 22,078 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 10,493 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 10,493 miles

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

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

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 TBX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 TBX, 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 TBX registered?

EA53 TBX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is EA53 TBX safe to buy?

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