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EX53 KPJ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,821 mi
Last recorded82,821 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 82,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Heel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower rear of passenger door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 82,818 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Exceeding manufacturer's specified limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Exceeding manufacturer's specified limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Lower rear portion of the drivers door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Heel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower rear of passenger door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 66,736 miles

Corrosion around the bottom of the front doors but not excessive

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2019 66,734 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Corrosion around the bottom of the front doors but not excessive

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 51,157 miles

General corrosion

Fail 10 Oct 2018 51,157 miles

General corrosion

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 50,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 46,055 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 42,458 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 42,458 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 38,889 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 38,889 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 35,817 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 35,817 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 31,641 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 29,019 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 24,094 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 21,116 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 17,349 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 13,967 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 10,421 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 KPJ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KPJ, 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 KPJ registered?

EX53 KPJ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is EX53 KPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 KPJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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