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EX53 KPP

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,108 mi
Last recorded94,108 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 KPP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 94,108 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 90,191 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 87,886 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 87,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 81,012 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 81,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 71,198 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

both rear tyres perishing in tread

Fail 9 May 2011 71,078 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

both rear tyres perishing in tread

Pass 21 May 2010 63,132 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 63,130 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2009 62,156 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 29 May 2009 62,156 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 57,379 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 42,930 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 29,166 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 KPP 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 66.7%.

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 KPP, 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 EX53 KPP registered?

EX53 KPP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EX53 KPP safe to buy?

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