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EA53 TZP

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,197 mi
Last recorded85,197 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2018 85,197 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 85,072 miles

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

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

o/s/r inner wheel arch bubbling with corrosion, but not weak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 71,469 miles

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

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear axle bushes slight perished

Fail 28 Nov 2012 67,237 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 67,237 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 60,890 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 52,991 miles

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)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 42,201 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 30,004 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 25,564 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 25,564 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 19,897 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 19,766 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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 TZP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TZP, 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 TZP registered?

EA53 TZP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is EA53 TZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 TZP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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