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EN52 CTU

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,829 mi
Last recorded59,829 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN52 CTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 59,829 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 50,895 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 50,895 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 44,345 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 42,875 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 41,034 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 41,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 38,724 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 35,744 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 33,096 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 33,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 29,572 miles

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

exhaust corroding

front and rear shock absorber top mounts worn

front brake discs starting to become worn and lipped

fuel filter corroding

handbrake travel becoming excessive

rear tyres cracking up

Pass 15 Jan 2008 26,543 miles

front brake discs worn very close to minimum thickness and lipped

front brake performance showing imbalance

n/s/f shock absorber top mount worn

rear shock absorber top mounts starting to wear

Pass 16 Jan 2007 23,000 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 17,847 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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EN52 CTU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EN52 CTU, 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

How do I check the history of EN52 CTU?

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What year was EN52 CTU registered?

EN52 CTU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is EN52 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN52 CTU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EN52 CTU have outstanding finance?

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