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EX03 PHJ

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,709 mi
Last recorded21,709 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2026 21,709 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2025 17,138 miles

rear brakes low

Fail 30 Apr 2025 17,138 miles

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

rear brakes low

Pass 26 Jan 2024 121,762 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 12,627 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 12,576 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 12,347 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 12,277 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 12,100 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 11,648 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 11,377 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 10,716 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 10,235 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,708 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 9,355 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 9,074 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,769 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 8,405 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 8,026 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 7,186 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 PHJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PHJ, 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 PHJ registered?

EX03 PHJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 PHJ safe to buy?

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