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EF53 DTZ

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,170 mi
Last recorded49,170 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 DTZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 49,170 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 46,127 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 46,069 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 44,513 miles

Nearside Front top shock absorber mounting slight movement

Offside Front top shock absorber top mounting slight movement

surface rust on both sills and o/s/f and n/s/f floor

Pass 27 Nov 2017 43,527 miles

coolant low

front brake hoses perished

headlamp flash faulty

n/s sill,o/s/f inner wing,n/s/f+o/s/f floor,rear inner sills,n/s/r inner arch-corroded

suspension top mount play

Fail 25 Nov 2017 43,521 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r flitch plate behind bumper (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r sill end/inner arch at wheel (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r sill/seam area (2.4.A.3)

coolant low

front brake hoses perished

headlamp flash faulty

n/s sill,o/s/f inner wing,n/s/f+o/s/f floor,rear inner sills,n/s/r inner arch-corroded

suspension top mount play

Pass 30 Nov 2016 42,371 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 40,959 miles

front inner brake pads wearing low

headlamp flash faulty,refer also prior fail/advise

movement in front upper suspension mounts

Fail 17 Nov 2015 40,925 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front inner brake pads wearing low

movement in front upper suspension mounts

nearside front inner tyre sidewall split...tyre tread worn...advise t6o replace

offside front tyre starting to split

Pass 25 Nov 2014 39,342 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 25 Nov 2014 39,342 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 37,601 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 35,647 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake application slightly uneven

Pass 24 Nov 2011 33,658 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 31,724 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 31,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 30,014 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 30,014 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 27,737 miles

both front tyres worn

brake fluid level low

play in both front strut top mounts

Pass 29 Nov 2007 23,431 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f suspension arm bushe starting to seperate

Pass 1 Dec 2006 17,912 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 DTZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DTZ, 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 EF53 DTZ registered?

EF53 DTZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is EF53 DTZ safe to buy?

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