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EK53 VGF

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,308 mi
Last recorded29,308 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 VGF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 29,308 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 24,701 miles

This vehicle has under body corrosion.

Pass 9 Sep 2021 24,531 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 24,254 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 24,071 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 23,570 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 22,948 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 22,247 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 21,458 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,793 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 20,793 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 20,185 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 18,945 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 17,538 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 16,514 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 15,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 13,662 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 11,671 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 8,723 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 VGF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VGF, 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 VGF registered?

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

Is EK53 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 VGF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK53 VGF have outstanding finance?

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