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EF53 WCU

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,545 mi
Last recorded82,545 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 WCU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 82,545 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Fail 21 Nov 2014 82,540 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 15 Nov 2013 75,929 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 69,052 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 62,501 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres perrished

spare tyre flat

Pass 23 Nov 2010 52,675 miles

Spare tyre defective

O/S/R tyre has a cut not yet deep enough to reach cords

Both rear tyres excesivly perished

Fail 23 Nov 2010 52,675 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

O/S/R tyre has a cut not yet deep enough to reach cords

Spare tyre defective

Both rear tyres excesivly perished

Pass 16 Nov 2009 44,637 miles

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

rear tyres perrishing

spare tyre flat

Pass 17 Nov 2008 35,028 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

spare wheel under inflated

Pass 21 Nov 2007 26,511 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

spare tyre flat

Pass 23 Nov 2006 16,996 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 WCU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WCU, 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 WCU registered?

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

Is EF53 WCU safe to buy?

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