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FE53 UOF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,928 mi
Last recorded74,928 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 UOF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 74,928 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 74,298 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 69,038 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 63,268 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 54,178 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 48,674 miles

Front suspension bushes slightly

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 48,674 miles

Front suspension bushes slightly

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 29 Oct 2011 47,790 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 29 Oct 2011 47,790 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 45,664 miles

Oil leak

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 8 Oct 2009 41,573 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 41,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 32,999 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 26,018 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 19,702 miles

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

offside front tyre outer side wall has a tear caused by kerb damage

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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FE53 UOF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FE53 UOF, 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 FE53 UOF registered?

FE53 UOF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FE53 UOF safe to buy?

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