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EO03 YXE

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,267 mi
Last recorded47,267 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 YXE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 47,267 miles

Nearside Front lower arm bushes slightly deteriated

Pass 24 Jun 2015 44,419 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 44,414 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2014 38,818 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,145 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 27,326 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,036 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 12 Apr 2011 24,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 27 Oct 2009 21,741 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 21,741 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 17,727 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 17,727 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 14,359 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 10,652 miles

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

both front wiper blades staring to split

offside wishbone front bush starting to split

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 YXE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YXE, 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 YXE registered?

EO03 YXE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 May 2003.

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The MOT history for EO03 YXE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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