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EJ53 ULX

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

72,373 mi
Last recorded72,373 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 ULX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 72,373 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Both sides inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 68,366 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both sides (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Both sides inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Both sides inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 68,366 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both sides (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Both sides inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Both sides inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 64,939 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under body corrosion

suspension component corroded

Fuel filter corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2015 64,937 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Under body corrosion

suspension component corroded

Fuel filter corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2014 62,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 58,908 miles

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

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels

Fail 14 Aug 2013 58,807 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels

Fail 6 Jul 2013 57,731 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2012 54,315 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 49,312 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

intrior mirror insecure

Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,881 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

front both side discs worn

rear fuel tank corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2009 33,966 miles

o/s/f tyre tread damaged !

Fail 14 Aug 2009 33,966 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

o/s/f tyre tread damaged !

Pass 4 Sep 2008 25,405 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 17,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EJ53 ULX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ULX, 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 ULX registered?

EJ53 ULX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2003.

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