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EX03 HJU

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,796 mi
Last recorded94,796 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 HJU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 94,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Oil leak ()

headlamp bulbs slightly different colour

offside rear corner/wheel arch corroded/holed

offside rear sill end/wheel arch corroded/holed

some brake pipes coated

Pass 22 Mar 2016 92,243 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 87,360 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight damage to Nearside front Tyre sidewall

Pass 12 Mar 2015 87,360 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight damage to Nearside front Tyre sidewall

Pass 11 Mar 2014 87,350 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

general underbody corrosion

sills corroding

underside of engine oily

Fail 11 Mar 2014 87,350 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

general underbody corrosion

sills corroding

underside of engine oily

Pass 4 Mar 2013 79,448 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 79,448 miles

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 69,636 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 58,977 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 52,741 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 52,696 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 46,203 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 37,149 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 28,802 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 22,476 miles

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

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 HJU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJU, 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 HJU registered?

EX03 HJU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is EX03 HJU safe to buy?

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