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EG03 UGH

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,863 mi
Last recorded76,863 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 UGH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 76,863 miles

DAMAGE TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BUT NO SHARP EDGES

FRONT NO PLATE IS IN POOR CONDITION BUT STILL READABLE FROM A DISTANCE

N/S AND THE O/S FRONT FLOORS ARE RUSTY

N/S AND THE O/S REAR AXLE BUSHES ARE IN POOR CONDITION

N/S AND THE O/S REAR INNER SILLS ARE RUSTY

N/S FRONT CHASSIS RAIL IS RUSTY

OIL FILTER IS RUSTY

WATER LEAK

Fail 26 Feb 2016 76,863 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

DAMAGE TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BUT NO SHARP EDGES

FRONT NO PLATE IS IN POOR CONDITION BUT STILL READABLE FROM A DISTANCE

N/S AND THE O/S FRONT FLOORS ARE RUSTY

N/S AND THE O/S REAR AXLE BUSHES ARE IN POOR CONDITION

N/S AND THE O/S REAR INNER SILLS ARE RUSTY

N/S FRONT CHASSIS RAIL IS RUSTY

OIL FILTER IS RUSTY

WATER LEAK

Pass 4 Jun 2015 70,622 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 70,622 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 64,084 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 64,084 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 May 2013 61,144 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 61,144 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 56,788 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Aug 2011 46,682 miles

front pads appear low

nearside rear tyre perished, misshaped inner edge

offside front tyre perished

Pass 4 Aug 2010 42,644 miles

Testing in wet conditions.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 37,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 34,559 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 27,712 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,158 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)

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 UGH is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UGH, 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 UGH registered?

EG03 UGH is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is EG03 UGH safe to buy?

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