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EF52 XJU

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

75,497 mi
Last recorded75,497 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 XJU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2017 75,497 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle Rubbing on drive shift (2.3.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chaissis (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advanced corrosion to most of underside

Both rear tyre perished only just passed test,Recommend their replaced

Coolent low

Corrosion to exhaust system

Power steering pipe rubbing on A/C hose

Screen marked

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Temp .fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2016 70,925 miles

Both steering rack boots twisted

Corrosion and poor welded repairs to underside

Damaged to outer wall of n.s.f tyre

N.s.r tyre perished

Rear axle n.s bush worn

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Unable to fully check welded repairs due to an excess of sealent

Fail 25 Mar 2016 70,925 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer body sill (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Both steering rack boots twisted

Corrosion and poor welded repairs to underside

Damaged to outer wall of n.s.f tyre

N.s.r tyre perished

Rear axle n.s bush worn

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 63,988 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

corrosion to exhaust system

n/s/r tyre perished

rear axle bushes worn

unable to fully check outer body sills due to wheel arch trims

Fail 25 Mar 2015 63,969 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

corrosion to exhaust system

n/s/r tyre perished

rear axle bushes worn

unable to fully check outer body sills due to wheel arch trims

Pass 20 Mar 2014 56,384 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 18 Mar 2014 56,378 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 52,625 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 52,625 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 50,017 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 50,017 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 45,354 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 45,351 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 40,329 miles

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

n/s/r, tyre is perished

Fail 16 Mar 2010 40,296 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r, tyre is perished

Pass 20 Mar 2009 34,768 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 34,768 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/rear tyre cracked

Pass 12 Mar 2008 30,466 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 27,407 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 21,709 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2006 21,709 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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 XJU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XJU, 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.

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What year was EF52 XJU registered?

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

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