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EX53 WKM

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

101,598 mi
Last recorded101,598 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 WKM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 101,598 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 95,362 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 95,340 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 88,009 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 88,009 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 83,515 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 79,555 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 77,596 miles

both front top mounts have play

Fail 18 Sep 2012 77,578 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front top mounts have play

nearside rear tyre has split allround

Pass 7 Sep 2011 68,483 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 68,468 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 58,042 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 51,324 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 51,324 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 43,794 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 35,927 miles

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 4 Sep 2006 26,940 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 WKM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 WKM, 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 WKM registered?

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

Is EX53 WKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 WKM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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