MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
72,373 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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)
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)
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)
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
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
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels
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
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
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)
Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
intrior mirror insecure
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
o/s/f tyre tread damaged !
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 !
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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What year was EJ53 ULX registered?
EJ53 ULX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2003.
Is EJ53 ULX safe to buy?
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