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EJ03 ODF

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

85,497 mi
Last recorded85,497 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ03 ODF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 85,497 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 83,947 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 83,358 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 83,358 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 82,047 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 72,830 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 72,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 66,682 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 66,682 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 61,858 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 46,280 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 34,567 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 34,319 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 30 Oct 2012 33,857 miles

o/s & n/s rear tyre tyre tread 2.5mm

Pass 6 Sep 2011 31,519 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 27,254 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 23,423 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 23,423 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,350 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 16,853 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 16,853 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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EJ03 ODF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ODF, 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 ODF registered?

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

Is EJ03 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ03 ODF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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