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EF53 BHP

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,308 mi
Last recorded80,308 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 BHP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 80,308 miles

Rear Roof damaged

Fail 17 Nov 2017 80,307 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Engine management light on

Rear Roof damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2016 78,026 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 75,406 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 23 Nov 2015 75,406 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror cover (6.1.C.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 71,912 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 71,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 68,419 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 65,236 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 61,283 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 61,283 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 57,622 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 52,612 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 46,556 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 41,090 miles

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 20 Nov 2006 36,186 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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EF53 BHP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EF53 BHP, 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 EF53 BHP registered?

EF53 BHP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is EF53 BHP safe to buy?

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