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EF52 VJM

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,057 mi
Last recorded27,057 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 VJM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 27,057 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 25,190 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lowe arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 22,761 miles

Offside Front shock light misting of oil

both front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

n/s/f wishbone back bush deteriorating

o/s/f outer sill scabby

Pass 23 Feb 2022 18,958 miles

both front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

n/s/f wishbone back bush starting to deteriorate

Pass 17 Feb 2021 18,903 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 18,639 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 18,291 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 17,414 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 16,260 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 14,100 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 11,584 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 9,977 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 8,319 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 7,070 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)

wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 21 Dec 2010 6,609 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 6,161 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 5,910 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 5,635 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 4,451 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 3,468 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 VJM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VJM, 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 VJM registered?

EF52 VJM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is EF52 VJM safe to buy?

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