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FE53 VWT

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,051 mi
Last recorded45,051 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 VWT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 45,051 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated all tyres (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 45,051 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure exhaust hanger corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Tyre obviously under inflated all tyres (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 43,266 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened top strut mounting worn some lateral play when jacked up (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened top mount worn some lateral play when jacked up (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 41,261 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 41,252 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability top mounting failure steering stiff no reduced castor action (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 37,970 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 31,380 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2.57 MM (4.1.E.1)

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Oct 2016 23,429 miles

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Oct 2016 23,429 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch to sill- AS PER MARKED (5.2.6)

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 19 Sep 2015 19,749 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 19,749 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 18,528 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 17,001 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,746 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,154 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 13,969 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 12,472 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 11,019 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 9,035 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 9,035 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2006 6,117 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 6,117 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 VWT is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FE53 VWT, 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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FE53 VWT is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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