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EF52 XDZ

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,048 mi
Last recorded42,048 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 XDZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 42,048 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2022 41,799 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced a pillar bottom of windscreen (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch by sub-frame mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle section and both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear body corroded inner arch at rear

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both ns and os (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both ns and os (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 40,476 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 36,719 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front steering arm slight play

Offside Rear bumper strentehing plate corroded

Fail 28 May 2019 36,719 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front steering arm slight play

Pass 22 Nov 2016 36,577 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both steering gaiters folding on opposite lock

petrol tank slight corrosion..

Fail 24 Jun 2015 36,418 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both steering gaiters folding on opposite lock

petrol tank slight corrosion..

Pass 9 May 2014 36,040 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 32,523 miles

child seat fitted nearside front

nearside front tyre bald inside edge

Fail 23 Feb 2013 32,523 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

child seat fitted nearside front

nearside front tyre bald inside edge

Pass 17 Feb 2012 29,835 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 29,835 miles

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

front wipers split

Pass 28 Feb 2011 28,957 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 26,835 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 26,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 25,219 miles

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

nearside front and both rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Feb 2008 23,491 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 20,802 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 17,697 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 XDZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XDZ, 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 XDZ registered?

EF52 XDZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 February 2003.

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