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EO53 MKV

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,738 mi
Last recorded60,738 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 MKV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 60,738 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer door sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper suspension mounting has slight play

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer door sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper suspension mounting has slight play

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2020 57,913 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 55,013 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 50,006 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 43,976 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2017 43,976 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 27,687 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 27,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/65/13 (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 26,776 miles

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)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 26,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,546 miles

nearside rear tyre borderline cuts [cords exposed ? ]

some play front top suspension mounts

Pass 18 Sep 2013 24,899 miles

rear tyres some age cracking

some play front top suspension mounts

Pass 20 Sep 2012 23,139 miles

some play suspension top mounts

Pass 23 Sep 2011 21,541 miles

some play top suspension mounts

Pass 12 Oct 2010 19,624 miles

play in both top suspension mounts

Pass 5 Oct 2009 17,258 miles

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

o/s/f wheel rim borderline damage

slight fluid leak clutch pipe from m/cylinder

Pass 2 Oct 2008 15,173 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 12,740 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 12,740 miles

Front registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

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

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 9,577 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 MKV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 MKV, 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 MKV registered?

EO53 MKV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is EO53 MKV safe to buy?

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