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EX53 ZFZ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,199 mi
Last recorded92,199 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2020 92,199 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top Mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing Track Rod End (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner Seal (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 May 2019 83,310 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 72,985 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 72,985 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 66,285 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Body has slight corrosion seals (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2017 66,285 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion seals (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 60,844 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 60,684 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and also has an uneven wear on the outer (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 52,745 miles

front wheel rim slighty out of shape

Pass 16 Dec 2013 45,513 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 44,304 miles

(1) front discs corroded (2) slight play in nsf top mount

Fail 31 Dec 2012 44,304 miles

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

(1) front discs corroded (2) slight play in nsf top mount

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 42,227 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 38,384 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 34,891 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 28,588 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 21,746 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 21,746 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 16,748 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 15,930 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 ZFZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZFZ, 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 ZFZ registered?

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

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