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EF03 NFM

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

33,828 mi
Last recorded33,828 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 NFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 33,828 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 33,822 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 33,822 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2022 22,960 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 22,816 miles
Fail 3 May 2021 22,816 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2020 19,588 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2020 19,588 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 May 2019 16,082 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 13,890 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 12,113 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 9,451 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 7,416 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 5,131 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 5,131 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 2,198 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 2,198 miles

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

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 NFM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 NFM, 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 EF03 NFM registered?

EF03 NFM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is EF03 NFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 NFM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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