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EK03 PLF

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,380 mi
Last recorded83,380 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 PLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 83,380 miles

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

Nearside Outer sill coroded

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Outer sill coroded

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 70,263 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 63,294 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 63,294 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 53,325 miles

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

n/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Jun 2012 44,674 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 37,473 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 37,473 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 32,015 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 25,341 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 25,341 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front top suspension mounts have slighty play

Pass 3 Jun 2008 20,184 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 16,860 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 16,860 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 30,234 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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EK03 PLF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EK03 PLF, 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 EK03 PLF registered?

EK03 PLF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is EK03 PLF safe to buy?

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