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EJ53 JKF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,518 mi
Last recorded33,518 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 33,518 miles

slight corrosion to o/s outer sill

Pass 7 Sep 2021 32,895 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 32,300 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 31,485 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 30,444 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 29,301 miles

slight corrosion to both outer sills at rear

Pass 26 Sep 2016 28,219 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 26,776 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 26,776 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 25,412 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 23,914 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 22,366 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 7 Oct 2011 20,366 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 18,366 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 16,128 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 13,274 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 10,754 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 7,783 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 JKF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 JKF, 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 JKF registered?

EJ53 JKF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is EJ53 JKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ53 JKF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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