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ET03 KJK

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,825 mi
Last recorded59,825 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 KJK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2020 59,825 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 55,948 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 55,673 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 55,661 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Body component corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 55,311 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 55,311 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 54,942 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 54,406 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2015 54,403 miles

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

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

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

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

coolant expansion tank cracked and leaking.

Pass 7 Jan 2014 53,176 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 51,535 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 47,183 miles

o/s/r tyre has splits.

Fail 17 Jan 2012 47,173 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/r tyre has splits.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 43,335 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 40,974 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2010 40,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 35,678 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 33,247 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 33,247 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 26,605 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 22,794 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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ET03 KJK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 ET03 KJK, 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 ET03 KJK registered?

ET03 KJK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is ET03 KJK safe to buy?

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