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EJ53 JKK

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,069 mi
Last recorded38,069 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 38,069 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2015 35,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear cracks all round tyre

Offside Rear uneven wear (suspect shock)

engine light on

Fail 17 Dec 2015 35,261 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear cracks all round tyre

Offside Rear uneven wear (suspect shock)

engine light on

Pass 22 Nov 2014 28,827 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 25,939 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight cracking to nearside rear tyre

slight cracking to offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2012 23,117 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 22,037 miles

Offside front tyre cracking outer edge.

Pass 26 Nov 2010 21,197 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 18,250 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 16,290 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 14,465 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 13,057 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 JKK 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 91.7%.

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 EJ53 JKK, 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 EJ53 JKK registered?

EJ53 JKK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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