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EX53 ZGC

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,211 mi
Last recorded96,211 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 96,211 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 96,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 77,305 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 71,551 miles

near side sill is starting to rust

Pass 30 Sep 2010 64,142 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 60,091 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 59,138 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 47,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear tyres slight perishing

Pass 31 Aug 2007 33,022 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 18,268 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 ZGC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ZGC, 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

How do I check the history of EX53 ZGC?

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What year was EX53 ZGC registered?

EX53 ZGC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is EX53 ZGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 ZGC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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