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EK03 PVV

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

93,364 mi
Last recorded93,364 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 93,364 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 76,223 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 64,795 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 61,786 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 61,786 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 59,445 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 59,443 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 57,478 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Oil leak

Fail 18 Feb 2011 57,477 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Gearbox oil leak

Oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2010 51,351 miles

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

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 42,920 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 42,920 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both rear tyre walls cracking badly 165x65r13 77t kleber

front wipers smearing

Pass 26 Feb 2008 34,464 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 34,464 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 26,059 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 26,059 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2006 19,464 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 19,464 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 PVV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc 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 EK03 PVV, 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 PVV registered?

EK03 PVV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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The MOT history for EK03 PVV shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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