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ET52 OSW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,257 mi
Last recorded69,257 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET52 OSW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 69,257 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 68,794 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 64,785 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 60,326 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 56,038 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 51,561 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 46,427 miles

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 (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2010 41,384 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 37,997 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 32,739 miles

Both rear tyres cracking and perishing on outter walls

Fail 15 Feb 2008 32,691 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 27,147 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear view mirror fixed with tape and not fully secure.

Pass 20 Feb 2006 21,068 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 21,068 miles

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

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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ET52 OSW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ET52 OSW, 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 ET52 OSW registered?

ET52 OSW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is ET52 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET52 OSW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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