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EK53 SYC

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

89,877 mi
Last recorded89,877 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 89,877 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear suspension area corrored and covered

Rear Inner inner sill covered

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

Fail 12 Jun 2019 89,867 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassi (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2018 85,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced pattern just in spec (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner wheel rim damaged

Nearside Front Lower stone chip in screen in spec

Nearside Front Upper lift in mount

Nearside Rear Lower damage to rear lamp

Offside Front Upper lift in mount

Pass 6 May 2017 84,038 miles

Nearside Front Lower slight rust in floor

Nearside Front Lower stone chip in screen B zone in spec

Nearside Front Upper lift in mount when jacked up in spec

Pass 5 May 2016 82,351 miles

Nearside Front Upper play in top mount

Offside Outer sill rusting

rust in both inner sills

stone chip in screen zone b in spec

Pass 30 Apr 2015 80,334 miles

lift in both suspenion top mounts near side just in spec

Fail 30 Apr 2015 80,334 miles

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

lift in both suspenion top mounts near side just in spec

Pass 28 Apr 2014 77,855 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 77,825 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 76,501 miles

Oil level excessive

Fail 29 Apr 2013 76,461 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil level excessive

coolant leak

Pass 4 May 2012 72,396 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 70,576 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 65,288 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge n/s/f brake hose running close to wheel rim

Fail 27 Mar 2010 65,288 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge n/s/f brake hose running close to wheel rim

Pass 14 Mar 2009 62,156 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

STEERING STIFF ON IDLE SLIGHT LIFT IN N/S/F TOP SUSPENSION MOUNT

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 60,085 miles

4 hub caps fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2008 60,085 miles

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

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

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

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

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

4 hub caps fitted

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 39,361 miles

4 hub caps fitted front tyres req now

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 SYC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SYC, 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 SYC registered?

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

Is EK53 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 SYC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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