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ET03 OGM

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,748 mi
Last recorded68,748 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 OGM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 68,748 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 64,658 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 60,410 miles

both front lower suspension arm bushes slightly split

Fail 9 May 2014 60,215 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front lower suspension arm bushes slightly split

Pass 17 Apr 2013 55,202 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 51,915 miles

rear tyres heavily cracked (borderline pass)

some movement in front suspension top mounts

Pass 12 May 2011 48,566 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 48,566 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 7 May 2010 43,578 miles

Nearside Front 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres cracking on outer walls

Pass 7 May 2010 43,578 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracking on outer walls

Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,373 miles

both rear tyres cracked..advise further inspection soon.

Pass 6 Feb 2008 31,133 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 26,651 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 26,651 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 22,679 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 OGM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OGM, 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 OGM registered?

ET03 OGM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is ET03 OGM safe to buy?

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