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EN53 MKK

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,089 mi
Last recorded55,089 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 MKK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 55,089 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 55,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2023 53,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 52,445 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 52,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 51,762 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 50,513 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 47,367 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 45,042 miles

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

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

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated NS/OS (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 42,223 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 39,360 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 39,360 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 36,280 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 34,144 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 29,955 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 29,630 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 29,091 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 27,567 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Free play found in Offside of steering rack I am unable to fail this item but further inspection and repair is STRONGLY advised.

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 27,567 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Free play found in Offside of steering rack I am unable to fail this item but further inspection and repair is STRONGLY advised.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 23,395 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 18,167 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 MKK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MKK, 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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EN53 MKK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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