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EF03 AXU

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,682 mi
Last recorded30,682 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 AXU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 30,682 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 29,963 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 29,096 miles

Front Oil leak from engine

Pass 26 May 2016 27,794 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 26,115 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 24,674 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 25 May 2013 22,858 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 21,388 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 19,477 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,826 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 16,608 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 16,608 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2008 14,490 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 12,503 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 10,467 miles

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

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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EF03 AXU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EF03 AXU, 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 EF03 AXU registered?

EF03 AXU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is EF03 AXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 AXU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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