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EX53 WFV

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,857 mi
Last recorded56,857 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 56,857 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 52,106 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 47,429 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outter sill (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 43,646 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 41,138 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

cooling resorvoir- little low due to leak -at termostat housing.

nearside front steering gaiter seping oil.

nearside front tyre shoulder worn thin.

offside front tyre inner shoulder wearing thin.

offside rear position lamp not working -replaced free of charge- pass repair side.

Pass 31 Aug 2012 39,783 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight corrosion to front of offside body sill

Slight corrosion to rear of nearside body sill

Pass 3 Sep 2011 38,625 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 3,770 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,094 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2008 30,477 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 30,477 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 25,065 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 25,051 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 19,431 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 WFV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WFV, 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 WFV registered?

EX53 WFV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 WFV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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