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EJ03 GWM

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,599 mi
Last recorded56,599 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ03 GWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2014 56,599 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 53,636 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 51,100 miles

both rear tyres small crackes in tread

front brake discs poor condition

slight play in n/side rack joint

Pass 6 Jan 2012 49,386 miles

light cracks on rear tyre treads

some corrosion on front brake discs

some play on n/side steering arm into steering rack

Pass 18 Jan 2011 47,967 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 47,967 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2010 43,678 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 43,678 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,376 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 33,294 miles

n/s/f tyre worn to 1.6mm limit

n/s/r tyre perished on edges

Fail 14 Apr 2008 33,294 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre worn to 1.6mm limit

n/s/r tyre perished on edges

Pass 16 Mar 2007 23,258 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 17,654 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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EJ03 GWM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EJ03 GWM, 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 EJ03 GWM registered?

EJ03 GWM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is EJ03 GWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ03 GWM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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