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EX03 RKZ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,061 mi
Last recorded93,061 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 93,061 miles

nearside outer sill starting to rust at rear

Fail 20 Jun 2016 93,061 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill front to rear inner and outer (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lower (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

nearside outer sill starting to rust at rear

Pass 22 Apr 2015 89,180 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

o/s outer sill corroding

Pass 10 Apr 2014 81,925 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 81,925 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 76,008 miles

n/s & o/s sills blistering & o/s/f wing

Pass 5 Apr 2012 68,965 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 68,965 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 63,839 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE SLIGHTY COORRODED ON INNER EDGES

Pass 1 Apr 2010 47,882 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 35,964 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 29,719 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 29,719 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 23,426 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 23,426 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 17,557 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 RKZ 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 68.8%.

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 RKZ, 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 RKZ registered?

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

Is EX03 RKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 RKZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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