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EJ53 ONT

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

86,217 mi
Last recorded86,217 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 ONT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2017 86,217 miles

Emissions not tested due to excessive exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded door sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing; petrol flap area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play dangerous (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded door sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

park brake reading border line

Pass 6 Jun 2016 81,332 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 81,332 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 72,543 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 May 2015 72,543 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 May 2014 66,095 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 61,228 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

slight play both rear axle bushes

Fail 30 May 2013 61,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

slight play both rear axle bushes

Pass 31 May 2012 53,813 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 53,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2011 46,853 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 39,792 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 39,792 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

front brake discs slighty corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2009 39,774 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 39,774 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 37,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front arm bushs deteriorating

front brakes worn

Pass 2 Nov 2007 29,137 miles

both front suspension arm bushes seperating

both rear tyres out of shape

Pass 1 Nov 2006 21,558 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 ONT is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ONT, 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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EJ53 ONT is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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