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EF53 OWW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,749 mi
Last recorded67,749 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 67,749 miles

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

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

Unable to inspect the nearside rear seatbelt properly as there is a child seat fitted

Unable to inspect the offside rear seatbelt properly as there is a child seat fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 65,255 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 59,343 miles

Brake pedel travel slightly long

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/Front tyre worn on outer edges

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 26 Jul 2013 59,342 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/Front tyre worn on outer edges

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Jul 2012 55,258 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 49,845 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 49,845 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 49,059 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 45,916 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 41,668 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 41,668 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 35,287 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 OWW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OWW, 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 OWW registered?

EF53 OWW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is EF53 OWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 OWW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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