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EF52 VUM

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,716 mi
Last recorded51,716 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 VUM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 51,716 miles

Front inner wishbone bearings slightly deteriorated

Fail 23 Jun 2015 51,714 miles

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

Front inner wishbone bearings slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Dec 2014 48,812 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 48,811 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front tyre wearing low on inside edge

Offside front tyre waering low on inside edge

Pass 10 Dec 2013 44,198 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 38,878 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 38,878 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2012 36,195 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 36,195 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,464 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 31,454 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 27,784 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 24,734 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 21,547 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 19,146 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 16,430 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 VUM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VUM, 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 VUM registered?

EF52 VUM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is EF52 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 VUM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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