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EK53 PHZ

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,237 mi
Last recorded62,237 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 PHZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 62,237 miles

both front wishbone bushes deteriorated

Pass 14 Jul 2015 60,715 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 58,988 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 52,406 miles

offside front outer sill corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2013 52,406 miles

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

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

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

offside front outer sill corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2012 46,524 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 46,524 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 38,640 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 30,405 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 24,091 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,287 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 13,091 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 11,410 miles

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

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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EK53 PHZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EK53 PHZ, 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 EK53 PHZ registered?

EK53 PHZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EK53 PHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 PHZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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