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EF52 PWU

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,447 mi
Last recorded60,447 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 PWU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 60,447 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 60,446 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 54,558 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 54,558 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 45,599 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 36,711 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 30 Jan 2012 36,709 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 31 Jan 2011 25,037 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 25,037 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 23,489 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 20,857 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 18,594 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 15,351 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 15,351 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 12,498 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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EF52 PWU 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 66.7%.

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 EF52 PWU, 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 EF52 PWU registered?

EF52 PWU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is EF52 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 PWU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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