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EF52 VTM

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,493 mi
Last recorded61,493 miles
Recorded on7 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2018 61,493 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 60,483 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 58,829 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 55,168 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 50,735 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 44,317 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 40,032 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 36,875 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 32,981 miles

advise front padslow

Pass 6 Jan 2009 28,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 23,157 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 23,157 miles

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Dec 2006 19,914 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2006 15,877 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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 VTM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EF52 VTM, 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 VTM registered?

EF52 VTM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is EF52 VTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 VTM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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