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EK53 UOC

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

76,819 mi
Last recorded76,819 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 UOC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 76,819 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 76,735 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/ inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/ inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing to both front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear corrosion to underside around rear axle mount

corrosion to front chassis

signs of perishing to both rear tyres

Fail 25 Mar 2020 74,275 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion to n/s/ o/s sills

nail in n/s/r tyre

signs of corrosion to n/s o/s chassis

signs of perishing to both rear tyres

signs of perishing to o/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush

strong advise both front brake hoses insecure

Pass 1 Apr 2019 68,846 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 67,137 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 62,388 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 58,625 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 55,068 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 31 May 2014 47,431 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 34,966 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 26,781 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 22,671 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 19,811 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 16,409 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 16,409 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 11,664 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 7,197 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 UOC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 UOC, 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.

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EK53 UOC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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