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EX03 HVG

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

25,888 mi
Last recorded25,888 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 25,888 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 25,123 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 24,301 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2023 24,286 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 23,386 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 22,418 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 21,751 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 21,751 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 21,020 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 20,082 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 19,016 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 17,792 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 16,275 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 14,653 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 13,044 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 11,165 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 11,165 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 9,320 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,320 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,828 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 4,470 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 3,156 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 2,554 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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EX03 HVG is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HVG, 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 EX03 HVG registered?

EX03 HVG is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is EX03 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 HVG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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