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EJ53 AXF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,941 mi
Last recorded86,941 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 AXF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 86,941 miles

corosion to underside

front brake hoses perished

front lower arm bushes worn

Pass 24 Mar 2014 78,921 miles

both front top strut mountings have some movement

n/s outer sill corroding

water leak from engine (Advise attention)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 72,470 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 66,195 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 66,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 61,259 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 56,125 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 50,445 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 44,012 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 38,780 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 38,780 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 34,880 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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EJ53 AXF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EJ53 AXF, 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 EJ53 AXF registered?

EJ53 AXF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is EJ53 AXF safe to buy?

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