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EG03 YBK

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,640 mi
Last recorded76,640 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 YBK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2014 76,640 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre worn on the inner & outer sidewalls

o/s/r tyre cracking on the sidewalls

Pass 2 Mar 2013 71,478 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Side walls on tyres cracking

o/s/f strut top mounting some movement developing

Pass 25 Feb 2012 65,825 miles

fuel filter corroding

Fail 26 Feb 2011 63,088 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 63,088 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 57,356 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 49,585 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 41,696 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 41,594 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING ON EDGE

Fail 19 Feb 2008 41,594 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE AND OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING ON EDGES

Pass 18 Jul 2006 26,618 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 YBK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black 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 EG03 YBK, 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 YBK registered?

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

Is EG03 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 YBK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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