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EO53 TZA

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,573 mi
Last recorded64,573 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 64,573 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 63,380 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 63,380 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 56,459 miles

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

offside steering arm slight play

Pass 21 Nov 2013 56,459 miles

offside steering arm slight play

Pass 22 Nov 2012 52,088 miles

offside outer sill corroded

offside steering arm slight play(steering rack)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 47,132 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion on sills

Pass 7 Sep 2010 45,408 miles

front discs worn

Fail 6 Sep 2010 45,408 miles

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

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

front discs worn

Pass 3 Sep 2009 43,605 miles

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

n/s front brake hose held to strut with a cable tie

Pass 2 Oct 2008 43,398 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 27,043 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 22,709 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 22,709 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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 TZA 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 EO53 TZA, 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 EO53 TZA registered?

EO53 TZA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is EO53 TZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 TZA 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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