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EN53 DOA

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,146 mi
Last recorded58,146 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 DOA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 58,146 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 53,269 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,469 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 48,458 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 43,821 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2015 35,743 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 24,711 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 12,307 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 29 Oct 2012 9,597 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 8,418 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 7,170 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 5,510 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 4,898 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 4,616 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 3,464 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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EN53 DOA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EN53 DOA, 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 EN53 DOA registered?

EN53 DOA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is EN53 DOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 DOA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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