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EX53 AUM

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,382 mi
Last recorded79,382 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 AUM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2014 79,382 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 75,212 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 71,559 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 67,246 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 63,369 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 63,369 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 58,641 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 53,173 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 47,753 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 47,691 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 42,551 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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EX53 AUM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EX53 AUM, 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 EX53 AUM registered?

EX53 AUM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is EX53 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 AUM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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