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EO53 LNF

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,019 mi
Last recorded84,019 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 LNF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 84,019 miles

Both front wishbone bushes starting to debond

Fail 2 May 2018 84,009 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Near side sill corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Near side front inner leg chassis corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Off side sill corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 81,884 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 79,593 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 76,999 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 70,552 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 63,307 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 63,307 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 53,137 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 45,484 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 37,130 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are starting to perish

Fail 29 Oct 2009 37,130 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres are starting to perish

Pass 17 Sep 2008 27,654 miles

nearside rear tyre outer side wall starting to perish

Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,357 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 19,525 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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EO53 LNF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red 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 EO53 LNF, 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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What year was EO53 LNF registered?

EO53 LNF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is EO53 LNF safe to buy?

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