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ET53 LGG

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,181 mi
Last recorded41,181 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 LGG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 41,181 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 36,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 36,298 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 31,269 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 31,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 27,591 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 25,132 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 24,284 miles

both rear tyres showing age cracks around sidewall

n/s/ wishbone bush split slight play

slight play in front anti roll bar bushes

Pass 9 Dec 2014 22,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Dec 2013 20,265 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 18,950 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 18,519 miles

air bag light on dash

Fail 15 Dec 2011 18,519 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

air bag light on dash

Pass 9 Dec 2010 18,093 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 17,613 miles

air bag light on dash

Pass 4 Dec 2008 17,234 miles

air bag light on

Pass 12 Dec 2007 16,206 miles

air bag light on

front brake discs slightly out of shape

Pass 15 Dec 2006 14,699 miles

air bag light on

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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ET53 LGG is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ET53 LGG, 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 ET53 LGG registered?

ET53 LGG is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is ET53 LGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 LGG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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