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EF53 OZB

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,341 mi
Last recorded72,341 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 OZB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 72,341 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 70,328 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front outersill has surface corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2014 65,712 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 60,034 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 51,822 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 38,479 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2011 38,479 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 35,073 miles

exhaust corroding

front number plate starting to deteriorate

n/s/f top shock mount just meets for play

o/s/f lower arm rear bush deteriorating (just meets)

rear tyres starting to perish

slight gearbox oil leak

tested in wet

Pass 5 Jan 2009 32,427 miles

brake fluid low

exhaust corroding

o/s/f wishbone bushes show wear

slight play both front top shock monuts

various body damage

Pass 5 Jan 2008 28,981 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 23,414 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 23,414 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

(o/s/f 3mm - n/s/f 3mm - o/s/r 6mm - n/s/r 6mm - sp new)

Front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Rear wiper not clearing

Slight wear in both rear top suspension mounts

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 OZB is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OZB, 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 OZB?

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What year was EF53 OZB registered?

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

Is EF53 OZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 OZB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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