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EP03 LLV

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

85,889 mi
Last recorded85,889 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 LLV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 85,889 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 81,462 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 81,462 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 78,400 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 78,400 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 77,188 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 72,516 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil filter perforated and leaking

Pass 2 Sep 2011 51,386 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 37,070 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 37,070 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 24,070 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 24,070 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,135 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 12,702 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 10,294 miles

no spare wheel in carrier

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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EP03 LLV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EP03 LLV, 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 EP03 LLV registered?

EP03 LLV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is EP03 LLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP03 LLV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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