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EX03 JDJ

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

43,086 mi
Last recorded43,086 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 JDJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 43,086 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 43,084 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2017 36,708 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 32,747 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 32,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Pass 28 Jul 2015 30,723 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 28,302 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 27,831 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,466 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 25,964 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,014 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 5 Aug 2009 22,179 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,536 miles

rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 26 Mar 2007 17,529 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 13,342 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 JDJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EX03 JDJ, 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 JDJ registered?

EX03 JDJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is EX03 JDJ safe to buy?

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