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EG03 VDJ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,814 mi
Last recorded89,814 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 VDJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2014 89,814 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 89,814 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 71,262 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 73,262 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Both rear beam axle front bushes starting to split.

Engine mangement light on.

Exhaust system corroded.

Front brake discs heavily worn.

Heavy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and both outer sills.

Nearside front wishbone rear bushes starting to come unbonded.

Nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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

P.A.S reservoir oily.

Pass 14 Jul 2011 68,870 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 85,373 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 53,599 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 53,599 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 43,931 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 43,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 34,630 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,027 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 VDJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VDJ, 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.

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What year was EG03 VDJ registered?

EG03 VDJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is EG03 VDJ safe to buy?

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