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EO03 EBK

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,327 mi
Last recorded73,327 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 EBK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 73,327 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 69,564 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 66,340 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2015 66,340 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 60,761 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 60,761 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 58,602 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 52,639 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 45,366 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges advise tracking checked.

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

Fail 13 Jul 2011 45,362 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front tyres worn on inner edges advise tracking checked.

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 39,526 miles

CORROSION STARTING IN BOTH OUTER SILLS

NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER ARM REAR BUSH SPLIT

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL INNER RIM DAMAGED

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD 1.6MM 165/60/14H

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNT

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE STEERING RACK ARM

Fail 19 Jul 2010 39,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

CORROSION STARTING IN BOTH OUTER SILLS

NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER ARM REAR BUSH SPLIT

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL INNER RIM DAMAGED

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD 1.6MM 165/60/14H

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNT

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE STEERING RACK ARM

Pass 8 Jul 2009 33,266 miles

ENGINE COOLANT BELOW MINIMUM LEVEL

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL INNER RIM DAMAGED

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE 165/60/14H

SLIGHT OIL LEAK

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNT

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED

Fail 8 Jul 2009 33,266 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

ENGINE COOLANT BELOW MINIMUM LEVEL

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL INNER RIM DAMAGED

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE 165/60/14H

SLIGHT OIL LEAK

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNT

TRACKING

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED

Pass 14 Jul 2008 29,337 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 22,045 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 16,680 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 16,680 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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EO03 EBK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EO03 EBK, 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 EO03 EBK registered?

EO03 EBK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is EO03 EBK safe to buy?

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