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EK53 SOA

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,334 mi
Last recorded118,334 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 SOA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2018 118,334 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 118,334 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 111,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy down pipe (7.1.4)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Oct 2016 103,677 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 91,653 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 81,387 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 71,299 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 62,026 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 54,721 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 47,879 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre wearing unevenly (tracking advised)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 43,197 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 39,110 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 39,110 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 31,843 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 23,934 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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EK53 SOA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SOA, 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 SOA registered?

EK53 SOA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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The MOT history for EK53 SOA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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