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EG03 HWR

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,405 mi
Last recorded56,405 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 HWR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 56,405 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 54,542 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 52,182 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 49,510 miles

oil leaks

Fail 22 Jun 2015 46,836 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 46,836 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2014 43,713 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing on edges

both wiper blades starting to split

Pass 19 Jun 2013 40,591 miles

some play in both front top suspension mounts

Pass 25 Jun 2012 37,427 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 34,185 miles

Oil leak

rear wiper blade split

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 30,988 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2009 28,095 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 24,832 miles

slight play in both front suspension top mounts

Pass 30 Jul 2007 20,734 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,078 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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EG03 HWR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EG03 HWR, 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 EG03 HWR registered?

EG03 HWR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is EG03 HWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 HWR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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