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EJ03 LNR

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,105 mi
Last recorded54,105 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ03 LNR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 54,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2019 54,101 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 46,222 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 May 2018 46,221 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 43,352 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 43,352 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2016 38,280 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2016 38,255 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 34,908 miles

nearside door difficult to open from inside

offside rear tyre cracking inbetween treads

Pass 22 Apr 2014 32,518 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 32,513 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 29,240 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 25,830 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,548 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 21,548 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 15,030 miles

o/s/f tyre wall has splits but not through to canvas

Fail 18 May 2010 15,027 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 15,027 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 15,009 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 14,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 9,719 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 LNR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 EJ03 LNR, 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 EJ03 LNR registered?

EJ03 LNR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is EJ03 LNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ03 LNR shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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