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EF53 LHZ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,180 mi
Last recorded22,180 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 LHZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 22,180 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 21,783 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 21,054 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 19,901 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 18,601 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 18,558 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 18,490 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 18,317 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 18,123 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 17,780 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 17,210 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 16,357 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 15,732 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 15,030 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 12,662 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 10,546 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 8,214 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 6,122 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 LHZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LHZ, 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

How do I check the history of EF53 LHZ?

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What year was EF53 LHZ registered?

EF53 LHZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is EF53 LHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 LHZ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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