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EX03 HFM

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

62,527 mi
Last recorded62,527 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 HFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 62,527 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside outer sill slight corrosion

Offside Rear offside rear tyre has perished side wall

Offside outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 9 Feb 2018 60,156 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 57,849 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 55,277 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 52,258 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 49,601 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 49,577 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 44,097 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Feb 2013 44,080 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 41,069 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 40,265 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 37,854 miles

fluid leak from clutch pipe

Pass 21 Feb 2009 34,454 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 34,448 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 31,359 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 31,358 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

coolant bottle very low

nearside wheel bearing noisey

slight movement in offside steering rack

Pass 30 Mar 2007 27,797 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 27,797 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive 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 31 Mar 2006 20,241 miles

FRONT WIPERS JUST STARTING TO SPLIT

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

SLIGHT PLAY IN NSF TOP MOUNT

nail in tyre

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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EX03 HFM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EX03 HFM, 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 EX03 HFM registered?

EX03 HFM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is EX03 HFM safe to buy?

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